THE INGREDIENTS LIST:
1 1/2 Cups.Of graham cracker crumbs.
1/2 Cup.Of unsalted butter, melted.
1/4 Cup.Of granulated sugar.
1 (8 oz) Pkg.Of cream cheese, softened.
1 Cup.Of powdered sugar.
1 Tsp.Of vanilla extract.
1 (21 oz) can.Of cherry pie filling.
1 Cup.Of heavy cream.
Chocolate shavings or grated chocolate (optional, for garnish).
PREPARATION:
1st Step
Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a basin of a suitable size for mixing. Continue to mix until the crumbs have an equal coating.
2nd Step
As a crust, press the ingredients down firmly onto the bottom of a baking dish that is 9 inches by 13 inches. Check to see that it is spread equally.
3rd Step
In a separate dish, beat the cream cheese that has been softened, the powdered sugar, and the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended. The graham cracker crust should be covered in a uniform layer of this cream cheese mixture.
4th Step
Place the cherry pie filling carefully on top of the cream cheese layer, and then use a spoon to spread it out so that it uniformly covers the surface.
5th Step –
In a separate dish, whisk the heavy cream with a hand mixer until it forms firm peaks. This may be done either by hand or with an electric mixer; however, doing it by hand can take a little bit longer.
6th Step
Evenly dollop the whipped topping on top of the cherry filling. This top layer contributes to the dessert's overall airy and light consistency.
7th Step
On top of the whipped cream, sprinkling some chocolate shavings or grated chocolate may add an added sense of decadence to the dish. Place the dish, which has been covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for at least two hours, or until the dessert has reached the desired consistency of being fully cold and set.
8th Step
When it is time to serve excited visitors, cut the Classic Cherry Delight into squares or slices after it has been cooled. Each morsel has a balanced combination of sensations that are likely to create a lasting impression, including creamy, fruity, and crunchy combinations.
