Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert Recipe

Impress your guests with this festive and easy-to-make Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert! This no-bake dessert features a creamy cherry filling layered over fluffy cake and topped with whipped cream. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. Get ready for a burst of cherry flavor in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 260 mins
Calories 206 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert

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How to Make Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert

  1. In a large bowl, sprinkle 1 (1 ounce) package of unflavored gelatin over 1 cup of boiling water. Stir for at least 2 minutes until completely dissolved.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup cold water and 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling.
  3. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until slightly thickened.
  4. Place 2 cups of cubed pound cake (about 6 ounces) in a 3-quart serving bowl.
  5. Spoon the gelatin mixture evenly over the cake cubes.
  6. Refrigerate for 45 minutes, or until set but not firm.
  7. In a separate large bowl, pour 2 cups of cold milk.
  8. Add 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix.
  9. Beat with a wire whisk for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  10. Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped topping.
  11. Spoon the pudding mixture evenly over the gelatin layer in the serving bowl.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely set.
  13. Top with the remaining 1 cup of whipped topping just before serving. Garnish with fresh cherries, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

22g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert?

Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert takes about 280 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 260 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert?

Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert has approximately 206 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert?

The key ingredients for Merry Cherry Holiday Dessert are Boiling Water, Cherry Gelatin, Cold Water, Cherry Pie Filling, Angel Food Cake, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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