Description
This Cherry Cheesecake Fluff is a no-bake, creamy dessert featuring layers of smooth cream cheese mixture, sweet cherry pie filling, and crunchy graham cracker crumble. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and topped with a buttery crumble, this easy-to-make fluff is chilled to set and serve as a delicious, crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust/Crumb Layer
- 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 bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture resembles wet sand. Set this mixture aside for layering later.
- Prepare the Fluff Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy, free of lumps.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavoring: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Continue beating until the mixture is fully blended and smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, taking care to maintain the fluffiness and smooth texture.
- Assemble the Layers: In your chosen serving dish, evenly spread half of the graham cracker crumble to form the base layer.
- Add the Cream Cheese Mixture: Spread the prepared cream cheese fluff evenly over the graham cracker base.
- Top with Cherry Pie Filling: Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly to cover the surface completely.
- Finish with Remaining Crumble: Sprinkle the remaining graham cracker crumble over the cherry layer to create a crunchy topping.
- Chill and Set: Place the assembled dessert in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This resting time allows the layers to meld together and the dessert to firm up, making it easier to serve.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese and whipped topping for the creamiest texture.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- The dessert is best served chilled; do not skip the chilling time.
- You can substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit fillings like blueberry or strawberry for variation.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for optimal freshness.
