Description
A warm and comforting dessert featuring layers of creamy goodness topped with tart cherries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup sugar (or honey/sugar substitute)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 ounces cream cheese (full-fat or light)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat until bubbling and thickened (about 8-10 minutes).
- Cool the Sauce: Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Make the Creamy Layer: Blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Assemble the Dish: In a serving dish or individual cups, layer half of the cream cheese mixture and half of the cherry sauce. Repeat the layers.
- Top it Off: Add a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Consider using Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese for a lighter option. Garnish with mint for color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cherries, dessert, winter recipe, family recipe, quick dessert