Cherry Cream Cheese Pie

This delicious cherry cream cheese pie is the perfect summer dessert! Made with a graham cracker crust and a creamy filling, it’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
• 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup cold milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, and continue beating until smooth and combined.

3. Add cherry pie filling over the top of the pie, spreading evenly.

4. Refrigerate until set; this will take between 2 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 190
• Fat: 10 g
• Saturated fat: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Sodium: 210 mg
• Potassium: 80 mg
• Carbohydrates: 20 g
• Fiber: 0.5 g

Can you use a graham cracker crust for a cherry pie?

A graham cracker crust is a great option for a cherry pie. The crust is easy to make and only needs to be baked for a short time. This makes it perfect for an almost no-bake cherry cream cheese pie.

To make the crust, simply mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter. Then press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish. Bake the crust for 7 minutes to toast the crumbs and set it in the pan.

Once the crust is cooled, add your filling of choice. For a cherry cream cheese pie, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla extract in a bowl and spread over the bottom of the crust. Top with canned cherries (drained) or fresh cherries (pitted). Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Can you put cream cheese in a cherry pie?

You can put cream cheese in a cherry pie, and it will actually enhance the flavor of the cherries. The cream cheese will help to balance out the sweetness of the cherries, and also add a bit of richness to the filling. When you spread it around the outside edges of the pie, be sure to leave a 3-inch circle of cherries exposed in the center. This will allow thepie to vent while baking and prevent any spillage.

Can I substitute graham cracker crust for pie crust?

A pie crust is a pastry dough that is used as the base for a pie or tart. A graham cracker crust is a type of crumb crust made with graham crackers. The two are not interchangeable, as they have different textures and flavors.

A traditional pie crust is made with flour, salt, butter, and ice water. The ingredients are combined to form a dough, which is then rolled out and placed in a pie dish. A Graham cracker crust is made by combining graham crackers with sugar and butter (or margarine), and pressing the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie plate.

Can you use a ready-made graham cracker crust?

Yes, you can use a ready-made graham cracker crust for your pie or tart. Simply fill the crust and bake according to your recipe’s instructions.

There are a few things to keep in mind when using a pre-made crust. First, be sure to read the label to see if the crust is already baked or not. If it is not baked, you will need to bake it first before adding your filling. Secondly, some recipes may call for a blind bake, which means baking the crust without any filling. This is often done when making cream pies or tarts so that the bottom of the crust doesn’t get soggy from the filling. To blind bake, simply line the unbaked crust with parchment paper and fill it with dried beans or rice. This will weight down the paper and prevent it from bubbling up during baking. Bake according to instructions, then remove from oven and let cool before proceeding with your recipe.