Chocolate Cherry Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this easy, kid-friendly recipe for a No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Dessert! This delightful treat combines the rich taste of chocolate with the sweet tang of cherries, creating a flavor explosion that's perfect for any occasion. Inspired by a classic Better Homes and Gardens kids' cookbook, this recipe is simple enough for young chefs to help with, making it a fun family activity. Get ready for a burst of chocolatey-cherry goodness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 292.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Cherry Dessert

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How to Make Chocolate Cherry Dessert

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups chocolate wafers in a large zip-top bag a few at a time.
  2. Transfer the crushed wafers to an 8x8x2 inch baking pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of crumbs for garnish.
  3. Pour ½ cup melted butter over the cookie crumbs in the pan and mix thoroughly with a fork.
  4. Use your hands to press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan, creating a firm crust.
  5. Refrigerate the crust for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
  6. In a large bowl, combine 1 (16 ounce) container of sour cream, ½ cup milk, and 3.4 ounces (1 package) instant chocolate pudding mix. Beat on low speed with an electric mixer for about 1 minute, until smooth.
  7. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the chilled wafer crust.
  8. Gently spoon 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling evenly over the pudding layer. Sprinkle the reserved 2 tablespoons of cookie crumbs on top.
  9. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until completely chilled.
  10. Cut into squares and enjoy this delicious dessert!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

41g

Carbs

12g