For an extra touch, lightly toast the shortbread crumbs in a dry skillet for a few minutes before mixing with butter and sugar to enhance their nutty flavor. If you prefer a tangier flavor, increase the amount of fresh lemon juice to taste. Feel free to experiment with different extracts, such as vanilla or cherry, to customize the flavor profile. For a more decadent dessert, use full-fat cream cheese and regular sweetened condensed milk.
Cherry Cream Cheese Dessert
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS10
Indulge in this delightful Cherry Cream Cheese Dessert, a symphony of creamy textures and sweet-tart cherry flavors. Perfect for satisfying your cherry cravings any time of year, this elegant yet simple dessert is sure to impress your guests without revealing how effortlessly it comes together.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate107 g
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Cholesterol79 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat17 g
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Sodium542 mg
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Sugar33 g
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Fat36 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Prepare the Shortbread Crust: In a small bowl, combine the crushed shortbread cookies, melted butter, and sugar. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly moistened. (5 minutes)
02
Step
7 mins
Create the Cream Cheese Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, almond extract, and salt. Using an electric mixer, beat until the mixture is smooth, light, and airy. (7 minutes)
03
Step
15 mins
Assemble the Dessert: Add about 1 tablespoon of the shortbread cookie mixture to the bottom of four 8-ounce canning jars or small dessert dishes, pressing gently to form a base. Spoon or pipe in a layer of the cream cheese mixture, followed by a layer of cherry pie filling. Repeat this layering once more, ending with a generous topping of cherry pie filling. (15 minutes)
04
Step
30 mins
Chill and Serve: Carefully move the assembled desserts to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 30 minutes, or preferably longer, to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to set. Serve chilled, and optionally garnish with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a sprinkle of extra cookie crumbs. (30+ minutes)
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Alvena Connelly
Jun 27, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver when I need a quick and impressive dessert! The layers look so elegant, and it tastes fantastic.
Asha Schmitt
Jun 27, 2025The almond extract adds such a unique and delicious twist. My family loved it!
Perry Kunde
Jun 23, 2025I substituted gluten-free shortbread cookies, and it worked perfectly! A great option for those with dietary restrictions.
Lenore Kiehn
Jun 21, 2025I found that chilling it overnight really enhanced the flavors. Definitely recommend making it ahead of time.