*For the crust:* – 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs – ¼ cup granulated sugar – ½ cup melted butter
*For the filling:* – 8 oz cream cheese (softened) – 1 cup powdered sugar – 1 tsp vanilla extract – 1 cup heavy whipping cream (whipped until stiff peaks)
*For the topping:* – 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
*Instructions:*
1. *Make the crust*: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish. Chill for 15 minutes.
2. *Prepare the filling*: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in the whipped cream gently.
3. *Assemble*: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust evenly.
4. *Top it off*: Spoon cherry pie filling over the top.
5. *Chill*: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.
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*Enjoy your creamy, fruity Classic Cherry Delight!*
