Best 3 Cherry Betty Recipes

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Cherry Betty is a classic American dessert that is simple to make and always a crowd pleaser. It features a sweet and tart filling of fresh or frozen cherries, topped with a golden brown streusel topping. This timeless dish is a great way to enjoy the delicious flavors of summer cherries and can be served warm with ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.

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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 AND COCONUT BROWN BETTY



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Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Butter, for greasing baking dish
4 cups halved and pitted cherries (from about 1 1/2 pounds whole cherries)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup freshly grated coconut (see note)
2 cups fresh bread crumbs (preferably from brioche, challah or country bread)
Chilled heavy cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8-inch-square baking dish. Spread 1 cup cherries in bottom of dish. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons coconut and 1/2 cup bread crumbs. Repeat three more times with cherries and dry ingredients.
  • Cover baking dish with foil. Bake until cherry juice bubbles and candies a bit on the edges, about 1 hour. Remove foil and place dish under a broiler to toast the top layer, 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve warm; pass a pitcher of chilled cream at the table for drizzling on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 235, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 199 milligrams, Sugar 23 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHERRY BETTY



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My kids have always flocked to the kitchen when they smell this wonderful dessert. They are now all grown and it still has then drifting to the smell.

Provided by Carol Brown

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans cherry pie filling
1 1/2 sticks melted butter
2 tbsp cinnamon
1 cup diced pecan pieces
1 box yellow cake mix

Steps:

  • 1. Cherry Betty Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350. Lightly coat a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray. Pour both cans of cherry pie filling into prepared baking dish. Top with cake mix. Sprinkle cinnamon over cake mix. Top with diced pecan pieces. Next, slowly drizzle melted butter over the entire dish. There is no need to stir this dish. It's best to layer these ingredients. As it bakes, the butter will creep through the cake mix and the cherry pie filling will bubble up. It's a great example of teamwork. Place in the oven and bake at 350 for 30 - 45 minutes, until top is golden brown and entire dish is bubbly.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries are the best choice for cherry betty, as they have a sweeter, more intense flavor than frozen or canned cherries.
  • Pit the cherries: Before you start cooking, be sure to pit the cherries. You can use a cherry pitter to make this task easier.
  • Use a variety of spices: Cherry betty is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of spices. Some popular choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
  • Don't overcook the cherries: Cherries are delicate fruits, so it's important not to overcook them. Otherwise, they will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Serve cherry betty warm: Cherry betty is best served warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Cherry betty is a classic American dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and tart cherries, crispy oat topping, and creamy vanilla ice cream, cherry betty is the perfect way to end a meal. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give cherry betty a try.

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