🍒 Frozen Cherry Delight Dessert
This Frozen Cherry Dessert is the perfect summertime treat. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese layer, and a frozen cherry topping swirled with whipped cream, it’s refreshing, decadent, and ridiculously easy to make. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or need a cool make-ahead dessert, this frozen cherry delight never disappoints.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Saucepan (if using fresh cherries)
- Plastic wrap or lid
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream or 1 tub whipped topping
For the Cherry Topping:
- 1 can 21 oz cherry pie filling
OR
- 2 cups frozen cherries + ⅓ cup sugar + 1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp lemon juice cooked down to make your own topping
Instructions
Make the Crust
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Freeze for 15 minutes while preparing the filling.
Make the Creamy Filling
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until creamy. In another chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks, then fold into the cream cheese mixture gently until fully combined.
Assemble the Layers
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Top with cherry pie filling or your homemade cherry topping.
Freeze
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Serve
- Let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Cut into squares and serve chilled. Optional: top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
Notes
🍒 Bonus Ideas: More Frozen Cherry Desserts
Want variety? Here are a few other frozen cherry dessert ideas: Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream – Mix chopped frozen cherries and mini chocolate chips into vanilla ice cream. Frozen Cherry Yogurt Bark – Greek yogurt, honey, frozen cherries, and almonds frozen into snackable bark. Cherry Coconut Popsicles – Blend frozen cherries with coconut milk and a touch of maple syrup, freeze in molds. Cherry Sorbet – Puree frozen cherries with lemon juice and sugar, churn or freeze for a light treat.
Want variety? Here are a few other frozen cherry dessert ideas: Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream – Mix chopped frozen cherries and mini chocolate chips into vanilla ice cream. Frozen Cherry Yogurt Bark – Greek yogurt, honey, frozen cherries, and almonds frozen into snackable bark. Cherry Coconut Popsicles – Blend frozen cherries with coconut milk and a touch of maple syrup, freeze in molds. Cherry Sorbet – Puree frozen cherries with lemon juice and sugar, churn or freeze for a light treat.