Description
A creamy, fluffy, fruit-topped dessert that feels both nostalgic and effortless, Cherries in the Snow is a perfect easy recipe for holidays, potlucks, summer parties, and make-ahead dessert tables. This no-bake treat layers a sweet cream cheese filling with juicy cherries for one of those classic dessert ideas that works when you need simple food ideas, quick party desserts, easy entertaining recipes, and crowd-pleasing sweet treats.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup cold milk
8 oz whipped topping, thawed
2 cups mini marshmallows
20 oz crushed pineapple, well drained
21 oz cherry pie filling
Instructions
1. Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until completely smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cold milk, then mix until creamy and lump-free.
3. Fold in the whipped topping gently until the mixture is light and fully combined.
4. Fold in the mini marshmallows and well-drained crushed pineapple.
5. Spread the filling evenly into a 9×13-inch dish.
6. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the top and spread it gently into an even layer.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
Notes
Drain the pineapple very well so the filling stays thick and fluffy.
Let the cream cheese soften fully before mixing to avoid lumps.
Chill overnight for the best texture and easiest serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 244
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 116mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 24mg