Easy Cherry Pie With Graham Cracker Crust

Easy cherry pie with graham cracker crust is a simple Amish-style dessert made with a creamy cheesecake filling and sweet cherry pie topping. This no-bake cherry pie comes together in minutes using canned cherry pie filling and a homemade graham cracker crust.

The combination of tangy cherries, creamy filling, and buttery graham cracker crust creates a rich yet refreshing dessert that's perfect for potlucks, holidays, or family gatherings.

Why You'll Love This Easy Cherry Pie

• No-bake cherry pie - This cherry pie with graham crust sets in the refrigerator, making it a perfect dessert for warm days.
• Quick and simple to make - This Amish cherry pie recipe with canned filling and a graham cracker crust comes together in minutes with simple ingredients.
• Creamy cheesecake layer - Smooth cream cheese filling balances the sweet and tangy cherry topping.
• Perfect for gatherings - A classic Amish-style dessert that's great for potlucks, holidays, and family dinners. (Need a larger version? - Try my Cherry Delight recipe with the same flavors in a 9×13" pan, perfect for bigger gatherings or entertaining.)

Ingredients

Crust:

• Graham Crackers: Form the crust, adding a slightly sweet, crumbly texture. (I crush honey grahams.)
• Brown Sugar: Sweetens and adds warmth, complementing the tart cherries.
• Butter: Binds the crust and adds rich, buttery flavor. (I use salted butter.)

Cheesecake Filling:

• Cream Cheese: Creates a creamy, tangy base for the cheesecake filling.
• Lemon Juice: Brightens and balances the sweetness.
• Powdered Sugar: Sweetens while keeping the filling smooth and creamy.
• Whipping Cream: Lightens the filling for a fluffy texture. (If desired, add approx.1 cup thawed Cool Whip instead of whipping cream. Cool Whip is more stable in warm weather than whipping cream, so keep that in mind if you will be serving this dessert at an outdoor party.)
• Pinch of Salt: Enhances flavor.

How to Make an Easy Graham Cracker Cherry Pie

1. Prepare the Homemade Graham Cracker Crust:
   • Crush graham crackers in a bag with a rolling pin or put them through a food processor.
   • In a small bowl, mix the crumbs with brown sugar.
   • Melt the butter and add it to the crumbs. Mix well until the mixture resembles wet sand.
   • Press the graham cracker crumbs mixture into a 9-inch pie dish to create the crust.
   • Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
   • (If a crispier crust is desired, you can bake the graham crust at 350 degrees for approximately 10-15 minutes. Cool before adding the filling.)
2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or a large stand mixer, blend room-temperature cream cheese until smooth.
   • Add lemon juice, powdered sugar, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
   • Add the heavy whipping cream and beat until thickened.
3. Assemble the Pie and Chill:
   • Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust.
   • Cover the pie with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to set.
   • Spread the canned cherry pie filling on top.
   • Store in a closed container or cover with plastic wrap.
4. Enjoy the Perfect Cherry Pie:
   • Cut into slices and serve.
   • If desired, add a dollop of whipped cream or Cool Whip on top of each slice, or serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
   • Savor the delicious combination of graham cracker pie crust, cream cheese filling, and sweet cherry pie filling in every bite.

Pie Filling

Using canned cherry pie filling makes this recipe very quick and easy to put together. However, it's not hard to make homemade cherry pie filling either. So if you have fresh cherries on hand, feel free to make your filling for this no-bake cheesecake pie. (Pie filling is typically made with sour cherries.)

Variations

For added variety, this no-bake cherry pie with a graham crust can easily be customized with various pie fillings such as blueberry pie filling, raspberry, strawberry, and more.

The versatile graham crust and luscious cheesecake filling serve as a perfect base for an array of flavor profiles. So have fun, and create a delightful treat your family and friends will enjoy.

To make this no-bake cherry cheesecake pie even faster to assemble, opt for using a store-bought graham cracker crust instead of homemade. (A chocolate oreo crust would work great here as well.)

You can also swap Cool Whip for whipping cream. (A great idea when serving this in hot weather.)

More Easy Dessert Recipes

• Apple Goodie
• Peach Delight
• Peach Cobbler
• Strawberry Shortcake
• Caramel Dumplings

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