Best 9 Fredas Cherry Delight Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Freda's Cherry Delight, a collection of tantalizing recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Embark on a sweet adventure as you explore a variety of cherry-centric treats, each bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. From the classic Cherry Delight dessert, a symphony of creamy filling, fluffy whipped topping, and juicy cherries, to the refreshing Cherry Delight Slush, a vibrant blend of cherry puree, ice, and a hint of lime, these recipes offer something for every palate.

Delight in the vibrant Cherry Delight Parfait, a layered masterpiece of yogurt, granola, and fresh cherries, or savor the Cherry Delight Cheesecake, a decadent combination of creamy cheesecake filling, cherry pie filling, and a graham cracker crust. For a taste of summer encapsulated in a jar, try the Cherry Delight Jam, a sweet and tangy spread perfect for toast, scones, or even as a glaze for roasted meats. And don't miss the Cherry Delight Smoothie, a refreshing and nutritious blend of cherries, yogurt, and honey, perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout treat.

With its detailed instructions, helpful tips, and vibrant photography, Freda's Cherry Delight provides an immersive culinary experience that will inspire you to create unforgettable cherry-inspired dishes. Whether you're a seasoned baker, a novice cook, or simply a lover of cherries, this collection of recipes is sure to bring joy to your kitchen and delight to your taste buds.

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CLASSIC CHERRY DELIGHT



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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



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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 MARSHMALLOW DESSERT BY FREDA



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This will be one of your Favorite Festive Dishes. So Simple to prepare a day ahead. Patience Please, Photo coming. If you get this made be fore I do, Please share your photo.

Provided by FREDA GABLE

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

STEP ONE
2 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
1/3 c butter, softened
1/4 c brown sugar
STEP 2
1 c whipping cream, ( may substitute cool whip)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
STEP 3
2 c mini marshmallows
STEP 4
2 c cherry pie filling ( add more if you desire)

Steps:

  • 1. STEP ONE: Preheat Oven @ 350 degrees Step one Ingredients; Mix in Medium Bowl. Set aside 1 cup The remaining Mixture Press in 9 X 13 baking dish. Bake for 5 Minutes.
  • 2. Step Two: Whip cream in a small bowl until stiff. Fold in Vanilla. Spread over the Crumb Mixture above.
  • 3. Step 3: Sprinkle Mini Marshmallows over step 2, Whipped Cream.
  • 4. Step 4: Cover Step 3 (Mini Marshmallows) with Pie Filling. Sprinkle reserved Cup of Crumb Mixture over Pie Filling. Press down Lightly. Chill several Hrs or Over Night. Serves 8-10 in 9 x 13 dish. Kitchen Helper tip: you can use any of your Favorite Pie Fillings; Raspberry, Blueberry, Etc. instead of Cherry.

FREDA'S CHERRY DELIGHT



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I had this recently @ a friends Home On Game Night, While Playing games, This was Served. This was So Good I had to ask for the Recipe. This was Topped with a Cream Cheese Topping and Sprinkles of Toasted Sliced Almonds and that really set this over the Edge. Note, This is not Overly sweet. You have got to try this with out any...

Provided by FREDA GABLE

Categories     Other Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

FREDA'S CHERRY DELIGHT
1 Can cherry pie filling
1 sm. can drained, crushed pineapple (approx 1 cup)
1 lg Box cherry jello or black cherry
1 sm Jar marshmallow cream (7oz)
3 C boiling water
1-8 oz Pkg cream cheese (@ room temp)
1/2 pint whipping cream
optional topping: nuts", sliced almonds, walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Dissolve Jello in the Boiling Water. Add: drained Pineapple & Cherry Pie Filling, Pour into a 9X9 Square Pan. Chill until Set.
  • 2. Whip Cream till stiff. In seperate small Bowl, Mix and Blend Cream Cheese @ room temp, Add; Marshmallow Cream. (Should be Creamy, with no lumps) FOLD into the Whip cream. Spread on top of the Set Cherry Jello Sprinkle with Toasted Almonds. Cut into Squares to Serve. ENJOY this Pretty as a Picture Recipe, for Any Occasion. . . Reds and white colors and the Cherries Just Make this a Delight to Serve.

EASY CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT (NO-BAKE)



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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 DESSERT



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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.

CHERRY CHEESE DELIGHT



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"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



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This is a great light dessert; whenever it's served, seconds are requested. For variety, you could also use blueberry or lemon pie filling.

Provided by DAYLERENE

Categories     Desserts

Time P1DT20m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed
1 cup whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup confectioners' sugar
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Crumble cookies into a 9x9 inch pan and set aside. In a medium bowl, whip cream and set aside.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, whip together cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth and fluffy. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture and spoon over crumbled cookies. Spread pie filling over top and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.6 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 63.6 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 209.9 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

OPAL'S CHERRY DELIGHT



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Cherry refrigerated cheesecake. Delicious and simple. Very quick, simple to make with no special ingredients!

Provided by NancyJo922

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cheesecake Recipes     No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 7

20 graham crackers, finely crushed
½ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®)
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 (12 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, and butter together in a bowl; press into a 9x9-inch pan.
  • Whisk cream cheese, whipped topping, and 1 cup confectioners' sugar together in a bowl until smooth; spread over graham cracker crust. Pour cherry pie filling over cream cheese mixture layer. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.4 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 225.2 mg, Sugar 29.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and ripe cherries: This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your dish.
  • Pit the cherries before using them: This can be done with a cherry pitter or by hand using a paring knife.
  • Use a variety of cherries: Different varieties of cherries have different flavors and textures, so using a mix will give your dish a more complex flavor profile.
  • Don't overcook the cherries: Cherries are delicate and can easily become mushy if overcooked. Cook them just until they are tender.
  • Serve the cherry delight cold or at room temperature: This dish can be enjoyed either way, so choose the temperature that you prefer.

Conclusion:

Freda's cherry delight is a classic summer dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of sweet and tart cherries, creamy whipped topping, and flaky crust, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert, give Freda's cherry delight a try. You won't be disappointed!

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