CHERRY DELIGHT

You must try this delightfully beautiful dessert!!

 

CRUST:

7 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

3 tablespoons granulated sugar

 

FILLING:

8 ounces of cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 container cool whip, 8 ounces

1 can cherry pie filling, 21 ounces

 

Step 1: Place the butter in a medium mixing bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, or until completely melted.

Step 2: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs and sugar until well combined.  Step 3: Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a sprayed 8 x 8 baking dish. Place aside.

 

Step 1: Place the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until the cream cheese is smooth and free of lumps. 

Step 2: Stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.

Step 3: Add the cool whip and mix until it is combined with the cream cheese, but do not overmix.

Step 4: Using a spoon or offset spatula, spread the filling evenly over the graham cracker crust.

Step 5: Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top and carefully spread it out evenly.

Step 6: Place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.