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