Description
Chocolate cherry delight pie combines rich chocolate ganache with tart cherries in a buttery graham cracker crust. Delicate layers and balanced flavors will enchant dessert enthusiasts looking for a memorable sweet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) chocolate pie crust
- 21 oz (595 g) cherry pie filling
- 1½ cups (255 g) semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 8 oz (225 g) Cool Whip, plus more for topping
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- Maraschino cherries (for optional decoration)
Instructions
- Cream Blending: Whip cream cheese with powdered sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the pie filling.
- Cherry Infusion: Gently fold cherry pie filling into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution of the fruity layer throughout the mixture.
- Texture Enhancement: Incorporate whipped topping and mini chocolate chips, stirring carefully to create a harmonious and luxurious filling with balanced flavors and textures.
- Crust Preparation: Carefully transfer the filling into the chocolate cookie crust, using an offset spatula to spread evenly and create a perfectly smooth surface.
- Chilling Process: Refrigerate the pie for 3-4 hours, allowing the filling to set and flavors to develop a rich, cohesive taste profile.
- Final Presentation: Before serving, adorn the pie with additional whipped topping, scattered chocolate chips, and maraschino cherries to create an elegant and appetizing dessert centerpiece.
Notes
- Chill for Perfection: Refrigerate the pie for at least 3-4 hours to ensure the filling sets properly and flavors blend beautifully.
- Smooth Mixing Technique: Use an electric mixer on medium speed to whip cream cheese, creating an airy and velvety texture without overmixing.
- Chocolate Chip Distribution: Gently fold chocolate chips throughout the filling to ensure even spread and delightful chocolate bursts in every bite.
- Garnish with Flair: Top the pie with fresh whipped cream, extra chocolate chips, and maraschino cherries just before serving to create a stunning visual and flavor impact.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg