Cherry Topping:
- 4 cups cherries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 24 graham crackers
- 3/4 cup melted salted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
Cream Layer:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
Directions:
- Cherry Topping: Mix cherries, sugar, water, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Cool in fridge for 1-2 hours.
- Crust: Preheat oven to 375°F. Process crackers, mix with butter and sugar, press in 9×13 pan, bake for 10 minutes.
- Cream Layer: Whip cream, sugar, and vanilla. Mix cream cheese and sugar, combine with whipped cream. Spread over crust.
- Assembly: Add cherry topping on cream layer. Serve chilled.
The article advises, “Cook the cherry topping until thickened,” and “whip the cream mixture until it forms stiff peaks,” ensuring perfect texture. Enjoy your “homemade cherry delight” that’s sure to “wow your guests.”
