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No Bake Cherry Delight

A creamy and vibrant dessert combining cherry pie filling with whipped cream in a crunchy pecan crust, perfect for gatherings and warm days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 pie crust 1 pecan nut pie crust Provides a crispy, nutty base.
For the filling
  • 1 box 1 box Dream Whip (2 small packets) Light and airy whipped topping.
  • 1 cup 1 cup whole milk Adds moisture for a luscious filling.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor profile.
  • 16 ounces 16 ounces cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 cups 2 cups powdered sugar Sweetener for the filling mixture.
For the topping
  • 42 ounces 42 ounces cherry pie filling Bright and juicy cherries for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bake the pecan nut pie crust until golden brown and allow it to cool completely.
Whipping the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine Dream Whip with whole milk and vanilla extract. Blend until light and fluffy.
Creaming the Cheese
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and free of lumps.
Combining the Mixture
  1. Gradually add powdered sugar to the whipped Dream Whip and fold in the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
Assembling the Dessert
  1. Spread the creamy filling over the cooled pecan crust in a 9×13 pan.
  2. Carefully spoon the cherry pie filling over the whipped layer.
Chilling
  1. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Serving
  1. Serve chilled, optionally adding a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Notes

For added flavor, consider incorporating crushed pecans into the filling or topping. Adjust sweetness by reducing powdered sugar or add lemon juice for a tart flavor.