Description
A delightful and layered dessert combining rich cream cheese, whipped cream, cherry pie filling, and crushed graham crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 2 cups graham crackers, crushed
- Fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and creamy.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even incorporation.
- Assemble the Trifle: In a trifle dish, start with a layer of crushed graham crackers. Spoon a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the graham crackers. Add a layer of cherry pie filling over the cream cheese mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cherries on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
- Garnish: Before serving, garnish with fresh cherries and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Make Ahead: This trifle can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to blend even more.
- Layer Variations: You can add other berries or layer with chocolate shavings for a twist.
- Cracker Alternatives: For a different texture, try using ladyfingers or sponge cake instead of graham crackers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup