Best 20 Cherry Delight Recipes

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Cherry delight is a classic dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dessert to make, and it is a great way to use up fresh cherries. Cherry Delight can be served as a dessert or a snack, and it is a perfect treat for any occasion. It is a versatile dessert that can be made in many different ways, and there are many different variations of the recipe. Some recipes call for using fresh cherries, while others use frozen or canned cherries. Some recipes also call for adding other ingredients, such as nuts, chocolate, or whipped cream. No matter how you choose to make it, cherry delight is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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

CHERRY DELIGHT



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This is my mom's recipe. It is a family requested recipe that she usually makes for Christmas. She's even added green food coloring to the cool whip to give it the festive look.

Provided by KimmieOH

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 1 9x13 pan

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter
8 ounces cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
8 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Melt butter, pour into a 9 x 13 dish – add graham cracker crumbs.
  • Press in bottom of 9 x 13 forming a crust.
  • Bake 350 degrees for 8 – 10 minutes.
  • Let cool.
  • Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with a mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour on top of cooled cracker crust – smooth out.
  • Pour cans of cherries on top of the cream cheese mixture – then top the cherries with cool whip.

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

CHERRY ANGEL DELIGHT



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These tempting angel food treats fly from start to finish.-Ida Wing, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cups cold whole milk
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Cut or tear cake into 1/2-in. pieces to measure 8 cups. Place half the cake cubes in a 9-in. square dish. Set aside 1/3 cup of pie filling; spread remaining filling over cake. Top with remaining cake cubes. , Combine the pudding mix, milk and sour cream. Spoon over cake. Cover and chill. To serve, cut into squares and top with reserved cherries.

Nutrition Facts :

BING CHERRY DELIGHT



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Featuring cherries, pecans and a cookie-crumb topping, this frosty dessert has a refreshing cherry-lemon flavor that'll have guests asking for seconds. -Carol Jackson, Burleson, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
7 tablespoons lemon juice
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, drained
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers (about 15 wafers)

Steps:

  • Combine milk and lemon juice. Fold in cherries. In another bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold cream and pecans into cherry mixture., Spread into an ungreased 11x7-in. dish; sprinkle with wafer crumbs. Freeze, covered, until firm. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before cutting. May be frozen up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY DELIGHT



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A refreshing protein-packed smoothie suitable for any time of day.

Provided by Terri Frank Ramseyer

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Drinks

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 packet CARNATION BREAKFAST ESSENTIALS® Rich Milk Chocolate High Protein Powder Drink Mix
¾ cup almond milk
½ cup frozen pitted cherries
½ cup ice

Steps:

  • Add chocolate drink mix, almond milk, cherries, and ice to blender and blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 213.6 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

CHERRY DELIGHT WITH WALNUT CRUST



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Here's my recipe for Cherry Delight. This is a good recipe and it's hard to believe its made with soda crackers.

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 egg whites
2 cups white sugar
¾ teaspoon cream of tartar
2 cups crushed saltine crackers
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff. Gradually add the sugar and cream of tarter; beat until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add crackers, nuts and vanilla. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • Remove from oven, cool and cut into squares. Top each serving with pie filling and whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 120.2 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

SLOW COOKER CHERRY DELIGHT



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A rich slow cooker recipe that can be modified to your taste. You can use strawberry filling with chocolate cake mix or whatever you like, just keep the ratio the same and you will have an easy set and forget dessert. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Provided by Chris Mosley

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
1 (18.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Pour cherry pie filling into a 2-quart slow cooker.
  • Mix yellow cake mix and butter together in a bowl. Spread over pie filling in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until tender and bubbly, 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552 calories, Carbohydrate 92.1 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 452.9 mg, Sugar 28 g

CHERRY NUT DELIGHT



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This has become a family favorite. Is best if served on the day prepared. Serve as is or top with whipped cream or ice cream.

Provided by K. Tansey

Categories     Desserts

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup walnuts
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
½ cup flaked coconut
⅓ cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Chop 1/2 cup walnuts coarsely and reserve them for topping. Chop the remaining 1/2 cup nuts fine.
  • In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and butter. Blend the mixture well. Add coconut and the finely chopped nuts. Reserve 1/2 cup of this mixture. Press the remaining flour mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are light brown.
  • In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine sugar and cream cheese. Stir in egg and vanilla. Beat mixture until smooth. Spread this mixture over the hot (just baked) layer.
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake 10 minutes. When the cake has finished cooking, spread the cherry pie filling over the hot cake and sprinkle the remaining walnuts and crumb mixture over the top.
  • Return the cake to the oven and bake another 15 minutes. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1107.7 calories, Carbohydrate 125 g, Cholesterol 169.1 mg, Fat 63.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 31.3 g, Sodium 408.9 mg, Sugar 47.8 g

FROZEN CHERRY, PINEAPPLE DELIGHT



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If this salad is forgotten for the Thanksgiving - Christmas Holidays...whomever was in charge of making it is in the doghouse...lol! Everyone just loves it, and it takes a total of 5 minutes to throw it together. That's my kind of dessert. There are many variations of fruits you can add...I made mine fairly simple. My...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk
1 large can pineapple chunks, drained
2 - 8 oz tubs, cool whip
1 can(s) cherry pie filling
mandarin oranges can also be used and nuts if preferred

Steps:

  • 1. Drain pineapple. In a large bowl add the ingredients, stir well till everything is blended evenly. Spread into a 9 x 13 baking dish. Place in freezer overnight. Take out of the freezer about 10 minutes before ready to serve. Cut into squares and enjoy!

CHERRY DELIGHT SALAD



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A very good summer salad or dessert.Easy enough for your kids to get some time working in the kitchen.

Provided by pat Freeman

Categories     Dessert

Time 12h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup crushed walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all of the ingredients together and chill overnight.
  • Enjoy!
  • Cooking time refers to chill time.

POTLUCK PERFECT CHERRY DELIGHT



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This is my sis's recipe and it has saved me many-a-time in a "trying to impress my girlfriend's family" crunch. EVERYONE will love it! A little bit goes a long way.

Provided by Rich Tessier

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

21 ounces cherry pie filling
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (usually available in two sizes..make sure to pick small can)
12 ounces Cool Whip (normal size)
1 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
20 ounces pineapple (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together until smooth and pink.
  • Refrigerate for at least two hours, preferably over night.

WALNUT CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT RECIPE



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Provided by ClaudiaJan

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup shelled walnuts or other nuts
1 1/4 cups sifted flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. Vanilla
1 can (1 lb. - 5 oz) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop nuts. Combine flour, brown sugar, and butter. Blend well until fine crumbs form. Add coconut and finely chopped nuts. Set aside ½ cup of this mixture. Firmly press remainder into bottom of greased pan. Bake @350 for 15 minutes. Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla until smooth. Spread on hot crust. Bake for 10 minutes. Spread on Cherry Pie Filling, reserved flour sugar mix and reserved nuts. Bake an additional 15 minutes.

CHERRY CHEESECAKE DELIGHT



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A delightful cherry cheesecake that is easy to make. Not sure where I found a recipe similar to this one.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Snackwell's cinnamon snacks, crushed
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 tablespoons butter
8 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
21 fluid ounces canned cherry pie filling
1 1/2 cups non-dairy whipped topping
3 tablespoons Grape-nuts cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F degrees.
  • Crush SnackWells cinnamon snacks and add to a mixing bowl.
  • Add sugar and mix well.
  • Add butter and using a pastry blender or a fork, blend butter until incorporated with the snacks.
  • Prepare a 9" x 13" oven-proof casserole dish by spraying with a vegetable spray or rub inside with some butter to coat.
  • Press the crushed mixture onto the bottom of the casserole dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add cream cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, vanilla extract and flour and using an electric mixer, beat until smooth.
  • Pour mixture over the cracker base crust.
  • Bake in preheated 350 F oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • To test for doneness, insert a knife or large toothpick in center and if it comes out clean, then the filling is set and cooked.
  • Remove from oven and let cool.
  • Spread cherry pie filling over top.
  • Spread whipped topping over cherries.
  • Sprinkle Grape-Nuts cereal on top.
  • Chill for 1/2 hour before serving.

10 MINUTE DELICIOUS CHERRY DELIGHT



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This is the easiest dessert you can ask for and everyone loves it! 4 ingredients and simple to make! It's delicious and kids love it! Prep is less than 10 min, but allow 8 hours to chill in order for wafers to be soft. For anyone that doesn't like cherries, you can also switch cherry filling to blueberry or strawberries (pictured) or whatever you like.

Provided by lovin2cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) box vanilla wafers, divided
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip (thawed)
2 (4 ounce) boxes Jello Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Mix cool whip and dry instant pudding mix together until well blended.
  • Layer 1/2 the wafers on the bottom of a large bowl.
  • Spread half the cool whip mixture over wafers.
  • Layer with second half of wafers, then remaining cool whip mixture.
  • Pour cherries over top. Cover.
  • Refrigerate over night to allow wafers to soften (or at least 8 hours). Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.9, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 11.7, Sodium 463.9, Carbohydrate 89.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 31.5, Protein 2.5

ELSIE'S CHERRY DELIGHT DESSERT



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Make and share this Elsie's Cherry Delight Dessert recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wendelina

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter, melted
15 graham crackers, crushed
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
20 large marshmallows
1/2 cup milk
1 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine butter and graham crackers. Mix well.
  • Press 3/4 of this into bottom of a cake pan. Set remaining crumbs aside for topping.
  • Melt marshmallows in milk over low heat. Cool and then fold in the whipping cream.
  • Place 1/2 of cream mixture on top of the cracker crumb crust.
  • Spread pie filling over the cream mixture.
  • Top with remaining cream mixture.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cracker crumbs.
  • Chill overnight.

WHITE CHOCOLATE CHERRY DELIGHT RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by á-382

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 c. chocolate cookie crumbs (I used chocolate animal crackers)
1/2 c. powdered sugar
1/2 c. butter, melted
2 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 c. sugar
1 t. almond extract
1 c. white chocolate chips
2 (8 oz.) pkg. frozen whipped topping
2 cans cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Combine crumbs, powd. sugar and butter. Pat into bottom of 9" x13" pan. Refrigerate while assembling other ingredients. Beat cream cheese, sugar, & almond extract until smooth. Melt white chocolate in microwave. Stir until smooth. Beat into cream cheese mixture. Fold in whipped topping. Pour evenly over crust. Cover & chill. Top with cherries. Serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cherries: Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor. Avoid cherries that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Pit the cherries: Use a cherry pitter to remove the pits from the cherries. This will make it easier to eat the? delight and prevent choking hazards.
  • Use a food processor: A food processor is the easiest way to chop the cherries and other ingredients. If you don't have a food processor, you can use a knife to chop the ingredients by hand.
  • Chill the cherry delight before serving: This will help the cherry delight to set and make it more refreshing.
  • Serve the cherry delight with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include whipped cream, ice cream, and chocolate chips.

Conclusion:

Cherry delight is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy flavor, cherry delight is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give cherry delight a try!

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