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Cherry Delight

Cherry Delight

Indulge in Cherry Delight, a no-bake dessert with layers of whipped cream and fresh cherries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 0.25 cups melted butter
Filling
  • 2 cups fresh cherries pitted
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Pie Dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Crust Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press into a pie dish to form the crust.
  2. Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
Filling Preparation
  1. In another bowl, mix pitted cherries, sugar, and vanilla. Let sit for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
  2. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; fold in half of the cherry mixture.
  3. Layer half of the cherry whipped cream over the cooled crust, top with remaining cherries, and finish with another layer of whipped cream.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with other fruits or flavors like almond extract or cinnamon for a unique twist.

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