Description
Cherry Cheesecake Fluff is a no-bake, creamy dessert featuring layers of a buttery graham cracker crumble, smooth cream cheese mixture, and sweet cherry pie filling. Perfectly chilled, this easy-to-make treat offers a delightful balance of tart cherries and rich, fluffy cheesecake flavor in a simple layered parfait-style dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Crumble
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Cheesecake Fluff
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
Fruit Topping
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Make the Crumble: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until the mixture is evenly moistened and crumbly. Set aside for layering.
- Prepare the Fluff: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add Sweeteners: Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, continuing to beat until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, blending carefully until the mixture is smooth and fluffy without deflating the topping.
- Assemble the Layers: In a serving dish or individual cups, spread half of the graham cracker crumble evenly on the bottom to form the base layer.
- Add Cream Cheese Layer: Spread the prepared cheesecake fluff mixture evenly over the crumble layer, creating a smooth surface.
- Add Cherry Layer: Spoon the entire can of cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out to cover completely.
- Top with Remaining Crumble: Sprinkle the remaining graham cracker crumble over the cherry pie filling to finish the layered dessert.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the texture to firm up, making it easier to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Use a glass or clear plastic serving dish to showcase the beautiful layered presentation.
- Substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings like blueberry or strawberry for variety.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers to make this dessert gluten free.
