How to Make Cherry Crunch Dessert - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cherry Crunch Dessert is a delicious, mouth-watering dessert that combines the sweet and tart flavors of cherries with a crunchy and buttery crust. This delectable treat is perfect for any occasion, from a simple family dinner to a fancy dinner party. It's easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, making it the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth.

With its vibrant red color and the irresistible aroma of fresh cherries, Cherry Crunch Dessert is not only a feast for the tas...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Bake Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk flour, sugar, and salt together in a medium bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender, a fork, or your fingers until crumbly; stir in pecans. Press crust mixture evenly into an ungreased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Bake crust in the preheated oven until golden, about 20 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, beat confectioner's sugar and cream cheese together in a large bowl until combined. Fold in thawed whipped topping; stir in vanilla bean paste.
  • Spread cream cheese filling over cooled crust; top with cherry pie filling. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    437 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 183mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Potassium: 145mg