Cherry Dream dessert

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This Cherry Dream dessert is so good, and it’s really easy to make.  It’s got a Graham Cracker Pretzel Crust, so it’s really crunchy, and it complements the sweet creamy dessert, packed with delicious flavors that just melt in your mouth.  You’re going to love this!  Make sure you keep this in your favorites!

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Cherry Dream Dessert

This cherry dream dessert is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. The Graham Cracker Pretzel Crust adds a delightful crunch that complements the creamy filling.

The best part of this dessert is that it’s incredibly easy to make. You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen to create a dessert that’s fit for a fancy restaurant. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or just when you need to indulge in something sweet.

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For more yummy cookies made with brown butter check out these Strawberry cake ice cream and Pina colada cheesecake!

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Ingredients you’ll need

To get started making this recipe, you’ll first want to gather all your ingredients first.

Here is what you’ll need:

  • Graham Crackers
  • 1/2 cup Pretzels
  • 7 tablespoons of Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 8 oz. Cream Cheese
  • 3/4 can Cherry Pie Filling
  • 1 cup of Whipped Cream
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • Crushed Pineapple
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut
  • Maraschino Cherries

How to make cherry dream dessert

You could always add a little pineapple sauce or topping to the whipped cream!

Step 1: In a food processor or blender, crush the Graham Crackers into crumbs, and pour into a bowl.  Crush enough Pretzels to measure about 3/4 cups, that way you’ll have a few to sprinkle on top to Garnish.  Measure 1/2 cup of the Pretzel crumbs, and add to the bowl with the Graham Cracker Crumbs, and stir.  Add Sugar, and stir.  Add melted butter, and stir well to coat.  Press crumb mixture into an 8 X 8 pan/dish, and place in the freezer. 

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Step 2: In a large bowl, add the Cream Cheese, and Cherry Pie Filling, and stir to blend.  Whip the heavy Cream, and add to the bowl.  Add the Eagle-brand Sweetened Condensed Milk, Crushed Pineapple and Shredded Coconut, and mix well until completely blended.

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Step 3: Remove the dish from the freezer and pour the Cherry Filling into the dish/pan and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.  Place the dish in the refrigerator overnight.  Before serving, place the dish in the freezer for 2 hours, to make sure it’s set, or firm. 

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Cut into 3 X 3 squares.  Top with Whipped Cream, Crushed Pretzels, and Maraschino Cherries.  Serve, and Enjoy!

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Cherry Dream Dessert

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AUTHOR Jennie Brown

This Cherry Delight dessert is so good, and it's really easy to make.  It's got a Graham Cracker Pretzel Crust, so it's really crunchy, and it compliments the sweet creamy dessert, packed with delicious flavors that just melt in your mouth.  You're going to love this!  Make sure you keep this in your favorites!

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUST:

  • 1 sleeve of Graham Crackers - pulsed into crumbs
  • 1/2 cup of Pretzel Crumbs
  • 7 Tablespoons of Butter - melted
  • 1 heaping Tablespoon of Sugar

FOR THE FILLING:

  • 1 package of Cream Cheese - 8 ounce - Softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 can of Cherry Pie Filling
  • 1 cup of Whipped Cream - Whipped
  • 1/2 can of Eagle-brand Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 small can of Crushed Pineapple - drained
  • 1 cup of Shredded Coconut

Instructions

  1. In a food processor or blender, crush the Graham Crackers into crumbs, and pour into a bowl.  Crush enough Pretzels to measure about 3/4 cups, that way you'll have a few to sprinkle on top to Garnish. 
  2. Measure 1/2 cup of the Pretzel crumbs, and add to the bowl with the Graham Cracker Crumbs, and stir.  Add Sugar, and stir.  Add melted butter, and stir well to coat.  Press crumb mixture into an 8 X 8 pan/dish, and place in the freezer.
  3. In a large bowl, add the Cream Cheese, and Cherry Pie Filling, and stir to blend.  Whip the heavy Cream, and add to the bowl.  Add the Eagle-brand Sweetened Condensed Milk, Crushed Pineapple and Shredded Coconut, and mix well until completely blended. 
  4. Remove the dish from the freezer, and pour the Cherry Filling into the dish/pan, and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.  Place the dish in the refrigerator overnight.  Before serving, place the dish in the freezer for 2 hours, to make sure it's set, or firm.  Cut into 3 X 3 squares. 
  5. Top with Whipped Cream, Crushed Pretzels, and Maraschino Cherries.  Serve, and Enjoy!

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