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Cherries in the Snow Dessert Recipe

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  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cherries in the Snow is a delightful, no-bake layered dessert featuring airy angel food cake cubes, a creamy almond-flavored cream cheese mixture, and a sweet cherry pie topping. Perfect for a refreshing and easy-to-make treat that requires minimal prep time and offers a beautiful presentation for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 angel food cake, prepared and cut into cubes (approximately 15 ounces)

Cream Mixture

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 16 ounces frozen whipped topping (thawed)

Topping

  • 42 ounces cherry pie filling (two 21-ounce cans)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cream Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk. Mix well until the ingredients are smooth and fully integrated.
  2. Incorporate Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping and almond extract into the cream cheese mixture until the texture is smooth and even, ensuring no lumps remain.
  3. Mix Cake Cubes: Add the cubes of angel food cake into the cream mixture and gently stir to evenly coat and combine the cake pieces without breaking them apart.
  4. Assemble Dessert: Spread the creamy cake and cream cheese mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch pan, creating a uniform base layer for the dessert.
  5. Add Cherry Topping: Pour the cherry pie filling over the top of the cream and cake base, spreading it into an even layer to cover the entire surface completely.
  6. Chill Dessert: Place the assembled dessert in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve, allowing the layers to set and flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
  • Chilling the dessert longer, up to a few hours, will enhance flavor melding and firmness.
  • For added texture, consider adding chopped nuts or sliced almonds between the layers.
  • This dessert is best served chilled on the same day it is assembled.
  • Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but cake may soften over time.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cherries in the Snow, angel food cake dessert, no bake cherry dessert, creamy cherry dessert, easy party dessert

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