Cherries in the Snow Dessert (Print-Friendly Version)
Creamy layers, cherry topping, and tender cake combine for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Creamy Cheese Layer
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
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8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
→ Base and Fruit Topping
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1 loaf pound cake or angel food cake, cut into cubes
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21 ounces cherry pie filling
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and blend until creamy. Carefully fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
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Arrange a layer of cake cubes evenly in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish or suitable trifle bowl.
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Spoon half of the prepared cream cheese mixture over the cake layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
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Distribute half of the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer.
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Add a second layer of cake cubes, then spread the remaining cream cheese mixture on top. Finish by topping with the remaining cherry pie filling.
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Scoop into individual bowls or cut into squares to serve. Garnish each portion with additional whipped topping if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For cleaner layers, refrigerate the assembled dessert for 2 hours before serving.