Best 10 Elsies Cherry Delight Dessert Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Taste the Delight: Elsie's Cherry Delight and More Tempting Treats**

Indulge in a culinary journey with Elsie's Cherry Delight, a classic dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of cherries, creamy whipped topping, and a buttery graham cracker crust. This iconic dish is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, perfect for any occasion. But Elsie's Cherry Delight is just the beginning of a delectable adventure. Discover an array of enticing recipes within this article, each offering a unique taste experience. From the luscious Chocolate Mousse to the refreshing Pineapple Delight, these culinary creations promise to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, prepare to embark on a delightful culinary expedition, starting with the irresistible Elsie's Cherry Delight and venturing into a world of sweet temptations.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC CHERRY DELIGHT



Classic Cherry Delight image

This Classic Cherry Delight comes together in just minutes and is made of three simple layers. If you want a dessert that's not overly sweet yet delicious, this is it!

Provided by Cindy Gibbs

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 9 whole crackers)
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
8 ounces 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

Steps:

  • Add the butter to a medium bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds or until melted. Add the graham cracker crumbs and sugar and mix well to combine. Pat the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a sprayed 8 x 8 baking dish. Set aside.
  • Add the cream cheese to a large bowl. Mix with a mixer until the cream cheese of smooth and free of any lumps. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and mix well. Add the cool whip and mix until the cool whip and cream cheese are combined, but don't overmix.
  • Spread the filling evenly over the graham cracker crust, using a spoon or offset spatula. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top and carefully spread it evenly over the filling.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. I like to leave it overnight.
  • Refrigerate leftovers.

CHERRY DELIGHT



Cherry Delight image

Cherry delight is a classic crowd-pleaser that's sweet and simple. It's made with a buttery graham cracker crust, amazing cream cheese filling, and luscious cherry pie topping. This easy no-bake dessert recipe is perfect for sharing with your loved ones and is a great make ahead treat for potlucks, holidays and other celebrations!

Provided by Kim

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs* ((10 full graham cracker sheets))
1/3 cup butter (melted)
1/4 cup sugar ((I use slightly less than 1/4 cup))
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip (thawed)
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling ((or other favorite pie filling))

Steps:

  • Combine all crust ingredients and firmly press with fingers into a 9x9-inch pan or 9-inch pie dish.
  • Using a stand or hand-held electric mixer, whip softened cream cheese until fluffy. Stir in the Cool Whip, confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and vanilla with the cream cheese until smooth.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture over graham cracker crust.
  • Pour cherry pie filling over cream cheese mixture and spread in an even layer. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight. I chill mine overnight for best results. The longer this dessert is refrigerated, the better it will set up.
  • Cut into squares and serve!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 370 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 248 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 23 g

EASY CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT (NO-BAKE) RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Easy Cherry Delight Dessert (No-Bake) Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by á-590

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
2 cups whipped dream whipped topping (1 envelope)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (28-ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Prepare a 9 x 9" baking pan. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and 1 tablespoon sugar; spread on bottom of prepared baking pan to form a crust. Mix the Dream Whip topping according to directions on the package, then beat in the softened cream cheese into the Dream Whip a little at a time. Add the remaining sugar and vanilla until well blended. Smooth on top of the crust. Top with the cherry pie filling. Chill at least 3 hours (overnight is even better) if storing in the fridge overnight, cover with plastic wrap.

EASY CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT (NO-BAKE)



Easy Cherry Delight Dessert (No-Bake) image

This is a really great dessert, plan ahead this needs to chill for a minimum of 3 hours or overnight is even better.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
2 cups whipped dream whipped topping (1 envelope)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (28 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Prepare a 9 x 9" baking pan.
  • In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and 1 tbsp sugar; spread on bottom of prepared baking pan to form a crust.
  • Mix the Dream Whip topping according to directions on the package, then beat in the softened cream cheese into the Dream Whip a little at a time.
  • Add the remaining sugar and vanilla until well blended.
  • Smooth on top of the crust.
  • Top with the cherry pie filling.
  • Chill at least 3 hours (overnight is even better) if storing in the fridge overnight, cover with plastic wrap.

CHERRY DELIGHT



Cherry Delight image

Provided by Jasmine Smith

Categories     Cakes

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups graham cracker crumbs (from about 15 [2 1/4- x 5-in.] crackers)
6 tablespoons (3 oz.) unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup heavy whipping cream
2 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
1 cup (about 4 oz.) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (21-oz.) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt in a large bowl until combined. Press mixture evenly into bottom of an 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Bake in preheated oven until crust is toasty and edges are golden, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer baking dish to a wire rack; let crust cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  • Beat heavy whipping cream in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 1 minute. Set whipped cream aside. Beat cream cheese and sour cream in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Fold half of whipped cream into cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined; repeat with remaining whipped cream. Spoon cream cheese mixture into cooled crust; smooth top using a small offset spatula. Pour cherry pie filling over cream cheese layer, spreading to edges of cream cheese mixture. Cover and chill until filling is firm, about 2 hours. Cut into 10 bars, and serve immediately.

CHERRY DELIGHT



Cherry Delight image

Make and share this Cherry Delight recipe from Food.com.

Provided by .BarbaraAnn.

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 35m

Yield 1 pan, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 graham crackers, crushed
1/4 cup melted margarine
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix the graham crackers and margarine together and press into a 13 x9 pyrex dish. (To crush the crackers, you could place them all in a ziploc bag and use a rolling pin. Then add the margarine right to the bag and pour the mixed contents into the dish).
  • Blend the sugar, eggs, vanilla, and cream cheese. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees.
  • Cool and spread the cherry pie filling over cheese mixture. (opt).
  • Chill 24 hours (opt).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.5, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 36.3, Sodium 111.3, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 11.1, Protein 2.1

CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT



Cherry Delight Dessert image

This smooth and creamy cheesecake-like treat is light, sweet and pretty, too. Convenience products make it quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup whipped topping
1 cup cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of an 8-in. x 4-in. x 2-in. loaf pan coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. Spoon pie filling over top. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.5, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 34.8, Sodium 139, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 19.9, Protein 2.2

CHERRY CHEESE DELIGHT



Cherry Cheese Delight image

"You couldn't ask for anything more than a nutty crust topped with a smooth cream cheese mixture and sweet cherries," assures Kathy Branch of West Palm Beach, Florida. Since this dessert is made the night before, you don't have to worry about last-minute fuss.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the flour, pecans and brown sugar. Stir in butter until crumbly. Lightly pat into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake until golden brown, 18-20 minutes. Cool completely., For filling, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Carefully spread filling over crust. Top with pie filling. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT



Cherry Delight Dessert image

This smooth and creamy cheesecake-like treat is light, sweet and pretty, too. Convenience products make it quick and easy to prepare. "My husband also likes this dessert when I substitute blueberry pie filling," notes Lanae Powell of McPherson, Kansas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup whipped topping
1 cup cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, confectioners' sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust. Spoon pie filling over top. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

10 MINUTE DELICIOUS CHERRY DELIGHT



10 Minute Delicious Cherry Delight image

This is the easiest dessert you can ask for and everyone loves it! 4 ingredients and simple to make! It's delicious and kids love it! Prep is less than 10 min, but allow 8 hours to chill in order for wafers to be soft. For anyone that doesn't like cherries, you can also switch cherry filling to blueberry or strawberries (pictured) or whatever you like.

Provided by lovin2cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) box vanilla wafers, divided
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip (thawed)
2 (4 ounce) boxes Jello Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Mix cool whip and dry instant pudding mix together until well blended.
  • Layer 1/2 the wafers on the bottom of a large bowl.
  • Spread half the cool whip mixture over wafers.
  • Layer with second half of wafers, then remaining cool whip mixture.
  • Pour cherries over top. Cover.
  • Refrigerate over night to allow wafers to soften (or at least 8 hours). Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.9, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 11.7, Sodium 463.9, Carbohydrate 89.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 31.5, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate in place of the semisweet chocolate chips.
  • If you don't have any maraschino cherries, you can substitute another type of fruit, such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries.
  • To make the dessert ahead of time, prepare it up to the point of baking and then store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and bake the dessert according to the recipe instructions.
  • Serve the dessert warm or at room temperature. It can be topped with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Elsie's Cherry Delight Dessert is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights or special occasions. The combination of chocolate, cherries, and cream cheese is irresistible, and the dessert is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Related Topics