Instructions:
CRUST
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.
FILLING
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.
Serving Ideas:
Chill and Slice: To preserve the structure of the Classic Cherry Feeling, make sure it is well cold before slicing.
Garnish: You may improve the look of this dish by adding some fresh cherries, graham cracker crumbs, and a chocolate or caramel sauce drizzle.
Serving suggestion: For extra richness, top with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Questions and Answers (FAQs):
Can homemade cherry pie filling be used?
Of course! Fillings produced at home often taste fresher.
What is the shelf life of this dessert?
When kept in the refrigerator, it is best used within two to three days.
Is there another fruit filling I could use?
Yes, this recipe also works very well with fillings made of blueberries or strawberries.
