Cherry-Cream Pie

chefs-mate chefs-mate 0 Comments
Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
Jump To Recipe Print Recipe
A luscious no-bake dessert featuring a tangy cream cheese filling and sweet cherry topping in a graham cracker crust
Cherry-Cream Pie recipe image

This Cherry-Cream Pie is the ultimate summer dessert, offering a delightful contrast between the tart, bright cherries and the rich, smooth cream cheese filling. The graham cracker crust provides a sturdy, sweet base that holds up beautifully to the chilled mixture. It’s incredibly easy to assemble, requiring no baking, which makes it perfect for hot days or last-minute gatherings. The combination of lemon juice and vanilla adds depth to the creamy layer, balancing the sweetness of the condensed milk and canned cherries. Serve it well-chilled for the best texture and flavor, making it a crowd-pleasing finale to any meal.

Cherry-Cream Pie recipe image
Print Recipe

Cherry-Cream Pie

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 684.0

Description

This Cherry-Cream Pie is the ultimate summer dessert, offering a delightful contrast between the tart, bright cherries and the rich, smooth cream cheese filling. The graham cracker crust provides a sturdy, sweet base that holds up beautifully to the chilled mixture. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to assemble, requiring no baking, which makes it perfect for hot days or last-minute gatherings. The combination of lemon juice and vanilla adds depth to the creamy layer, balancing the sweetness of the condensed milk and canned cherries. Serve it well-chilled for the best texture and flavor, making it a crowd-pleasing finale to any meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth blending.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until completely smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Prepare two 8-inch graham cracker pie crusts, ensuring they are firm and ready to fill.
  4. Pour half of the creamy mixture evenly into each of the two pie crusts.
  5. Refrigerate the pies for 1 hour to allow the filling to set and firm up.
  6. Drain the canned cherries, reserving some syrup if desired for extra moisture.
  7. Spoon the cherries over the set cream filling, covering the top half of each pie.
  8. Return the pies to the refrigerator for an additional hour to chill thoroughly.
  9. Serve cold, slicing carefully to maintain the layered structure.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 684.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 68.0g105%
Saturated Fat 42.0g210%
Cholesterol 174.0mg58%
Sodium 642.0mg27%
Total Carbohydrate 6.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 3.6g
Protein 11.8g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cherry, cream cheese, pie, no bake, dessert, graham cracker, chilled, summer, easy, fruit, condensed milk, vanilla, lemon, make ahead, party, refreshing
Recipe Card powered by WP Delicious