Description
This Chocolate Cherry Pie is a creamy, no-bake dessert that combines sweet cherry filling, chocolate chips, and a rich chocolate crust. It’s easy to make and perfect for any celebration or potluck.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) chocolate pie crust
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- 1½ cups semi-sweet mini chocolate chips, divided
- Maraschino cherries (optional)
- Extra Cool Whip (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until light and creamy.
- Gently fold in the cherry pie filling until combined.
- Add the Cool Whip and fold gently to create a smooth and fluffy filling.
- Stir in 1 cup of the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
- Spoon the filling into the prepared chocolate pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours, or until the pie is fully set.
- Just before serving, top with extra Cool Whip, the remaining chocolate chips, and optional maraschino cherries.
Notes
- For best results, chill the pie overnight to ensure a firm and sliceable texture.
- You can use a homemade chocolate pie crust if preferred.
- Swap cherry pie filling with blueberry or strawberry for a different twist.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
