Can I make Cherries in the Snow Dessert ahead of time?

Absolutely, and it actually tastes even better after chilling for several hours or overnight. The flavors have time to meld and the cream layer sets up beautifully.

Can I substitute homemade whipped cream for Cool Whip?

Yes, homemade whipped cream works wonderfully but can be a tad less stable, so plan to serve soon after assembling if you go this route.

What if I can’t find angel food cake at the store?

You can use a homemade angel food cake, or as a shortcut, swap in pound cake or even sponge cake. Bear in mind, this will change the texture a bit—but it’s still delicious!

Can I use a different type of fruit topping?

Definitely! Blueberry, peach, or even lemon pie filling are tasty alternatives. Choose your favorite, or match the season for a personal twist.

Cherries in the Snow Dessert Recipe

Description

Cherries in the Snow Dessert is a light and fluffy no-bake treat featuring layers of creamy whipped mixture, angel food cake, and sweet cherry pie filling. Perfect for gatherings and holiday celebrations, this easy dessert comes together quickly and delivers a delicious combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Creamy Whipped Mixture

8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup 2% milk, divided
12 ounces Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed

Cake Layer

1 (9-inch) pre-baked angel food cake

Topping

2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling

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Instructions

Cream the Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until creamy and smooth. Add in 1/4 cup of the milk, mixing until incorporated, then add the remaining 1/4 cup milk and mix again until smooth.
Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring an even, airy consistency throughout the mixture.
Add Angel Food Cake: Break the angel food cake into small bite-sized pieces. Add the cake pieces into the creamy mixture, folding gently to coat all the cake with the whipped mixture.
Assemble the Dessert: Spoon the cake and cream mixture into a 9×13-inch glass baking pan. Spread it evenly to create a uniform layer.
Add the Cherry Topping: Evenly spread the cherry pie filling over the top of the cake mixture.
Chill and Serve: Cover the dessert and refrigerate until ready to serve. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and gives the dessert its classic texture.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition values may vary based on brands; calories are estimated per slice based on 15 servings per pan.
Let the dessert chill for optimal flavor and texture; best served cold.
For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/15th of pan)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg