Aunt Debbie’s Cherry Dessert

Submitted by Color Guard Mom

"My mom got this recipe from Aunt Debbie. As a kid I use to think this was almost like heaven. It tastes a bit like cheese cake, but fluffier. The last time I made it for a BUNKO night, the ladies gobbled it up."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 (3 ounce) envelope gelatin
• 1⁄4 cup cold water
• 1⁄4 cup milk
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1⁄2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 (2 ounce) envelopes Dream Whip
• 1 cup canned cherry pie filling

directions

1. Soften gelatin in cold water. Heat milk, stir in gelatin. Beat until gelatin melts, set aside.
2. Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Add gelatin mixture. Beat until well blended.
3. Prepare dream whip as directed. Mix well. Fold into cream cheese mixture. Place in serving bowl. Top with canned cherry pie filling. Refrigerate until completely chilled (at least 2 hours).

Reviews

[Roxygirl in Colorado]

I've made this a few times and LOVE it! what a great low carb way to get your cheesecake. I used cherry pie filling and another time Recipe #152992. When I made the berry sauce it was still quite warm so I refrg. the creamy filling and topped later with the berry sauce. Thanks so much for posting, Color Guard Mom! Roxygirl

 

[HisPixie]

This was a nice, light summer dessert. It's not at all heavy like a cheesecake. I used almond extract in the Dream Whip, too...it just seems right with the cherry filling. Husband wants me to put it in a graham cracker crust next time so I'll try that. Made for Name Game Challenge 2008 (in honor my sister Debbie).

 

[weekend cooker]

I had a hawaiian party tonight, so I made two of them. I was not sure how they would go over, butTHEY DID !!! Everybody loved it, and wanted the recipe so I copied about 8 for some of my guests. It was soft, fluffy, and very good. I made two of them. The cream cheese filling was fantastic, and filling. Thank you so much for the recipe Color Guard Mom !!

 

[SweetDivaMJ]

This was a very nice, light and fluffy dessert. I didn't think the cream cheese taste came through strong enough to compare to cheesecake, but I still liked it! I used light cream cheese and fat-free milk. Unlike the previous reviewer, I was able to find the Dream Whip and did not think the dessert was too sweet. I added 1 tsp. almond extract when preparing the Dream Whip per package instructions (pkg. called for vanilla). I used light cherry pie filling and used the whole can which is more than just 1 cup (I love cherries!). I stirred in 1/4 tsp. almond extract and 1/2 tsp. cinnamon to the pie filling. I also let the cream layer chill for 2 hours to set before adding the pie filling on top. This would be good for any flavor pie filling. Since I'm trying to lose a little weight, I am greatly appreciative of recipes like this that let me have a little dessert (my sweet tooth is insane!) without feeling too guity about it. : ) Thanks, Color Guard Mom!

 

[Happy Harry 2]

This was a hit with three of my male students and based on their views I rated this a 4 star recipe. For me, it was too sweet. I could not find the Dream Whip packets so I used Cool Whip. So, my Zaar family, if you like your desserts, you will love this! Me?...I'll still take another serving of eggplant instead....but that is me!