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Cherries in the Snow

A no-bake dessert featuring juicy cherries over a fluffy cream cheese and angel food cake base, perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 12 oz block-style cream cheese, room temperature Should be at room temperature for best blending.
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz whipped topping, thawed Ensure it's fully thawed.
Cake and Topping
  • 1 pre-baked angel food cake, torn into 3/4–1 inch pieces Keep pieces airy and intact.
  • 2 (21 oz each) cans cherry pie filling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Beat cream cheese for 1–2 minutes until light and smooth with no lumps.
  2. Add sifted powdered sugar and beat until fully incorporated.
  3. Mix in whole milk and vanilla extract until fluffy and silky, scraping the bowl well.
  4. Fold in thawed whipped topping gently until fully blended with no streaks.
  5. Carefully fold in torn angel food cake pieces, keeping them airy and intact.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly into a 9x13 dish.
  7. Spoon cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours) before serving.

Notes

Best enjoyed within 2–3 days; the cake softens over time.