Cherry Delight (No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Dessert)

The creamy, no-bake dessert that disappears first at every potluck — and takes just 15 minutes of prep.

If you’re looking for an easy, no-bake dessert that always gets compliments, this Cherry Delight is it. Layers of buttery graham cracker crust, a fluffy sweetened cream cheese filling, and glossy cherry pie topping come together in one dish — no oven required.

This is the kind of recipe that gets passed around at family gatherings, church potlucks, and summer BBQs. It’s simple enough for beginners, but looks (and tastes) like something from a bakery.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No-bake — perfect for hot days when you don’t want to turn on the oven
• Make-ahead friendly — actually tastes better after chilling overnight
• Only a handful of ingredients — most of them pantry staples
• Crowd-pleaser — always one of the first dishes to disappear at parties

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Cream Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed

For the Topping

• 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Instructions

1. Make the crust. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.
2. Make the cream filling. Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and fluffy.
3. Assemble. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
4. Add the topping. Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream layer, spreading it gently to the edges.
5. Chill. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results, before slicing and serving.

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