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Whip up a fluffy treat by blending cheesecake, marshmallows and cherries together. You'll only need 15 minutes to throw this together. It's great for bringing to any get-together.
Benefits Of This Sweet Treat
It won't take much time or effort. Works well for outdoor events, gatherings, or just enjoying at home. Gives you cherry cheesecake flavors without all the fuss. Even the little ones can join in making it.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese: Left out until soft
- Cheesecake Pudding Mix: Vanilla pudding works too
- Vanilla: Go for authentic if possible
- Milk: Whatever kind you have
- Cool Whip: Homemade whipped cream is an option
- Cherry Pie Filling: Single can needed
- Mini Marshmallows: They add nice bite
Instructions
- Create Foundation:
- Combine and whip cream cheese, pudding mix, vanilla, milk, Cool Whip until it's lump-free.
- Mix In Additions:
- Fold cherries and marshmallows carefully without overmixing.
- Cool Down:
- Transfer to serving dish. Wrap and store in refrigerator up to a day. Best enjoyed cold.
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Simple And Swift
Comes together in no time when you're in a hurry. Perfect for outdoor gatherings or unexpected company. The airy sweetness appeals to everyone from youngsters to grown-ups.
Ingredient Breakdown
The cream cheese brings richness. Pudding provides the flavor base. Cool Whip creates airiness. Cherries offer that sweet-tangy kick. The marshmallows give you something to chew on.
Helpful Hints
Always start with room temperature cream cheese. Beat thoroughly so there aren't any chunks. Swap in freshly whipped cream if you don't want Cool Whip. Get your creamy base ready before you put in the cherries and marshmallows.
Serving Suggestions
Fits any celebration or dinner. Pairs nicely with simple cookies or chocolate brownies. Switch up the fruit filling to strawberry or pineapple for a different flavor twist.
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Kid-Friendly Activity
This is something youngsters can easily help create. There's no need for hot stoves or cutting tools. They'll love stirring and adding the different parts. It turns cooking into a family activity everyone can enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use fresh cherries?
- Cook with sugar first
- Make sure they're soft
- Won't be as sweet
- Takes longer
- Pie filling is simpler
- Less cherry juice
- → How long to chill?
- At least 2 hours
- Overnight makes it better
- Gets firmer
- Cooler tastes better
- Don't skip chilling
- Cover tightly
- → Instead of Cool Whip?
- Use heavy cream
- Add a sweetener
- Whip till stiff
- Doesn’t last as long
- Keep it cold
- Use right away
- → Can I freeze it?
- Gets watery
- Texture won’t hold
- Better fresh
- Keep in the fridge
- Eat within 3 days
- Skip freezing
- → Is it gluten-free?
- Check product labels
- Some puddings have gluten
- Get certified GF pudding
- Pie filling is usually fine
- Cool Whip’s okay
- Cream cheese works
- Read everything first
Conclusion
Love no-bake treats? Check out pineapple cream pie or strawberry pretzel salad—they’re just as quick.