Cherry Yum Yum Recipe
Cherry Yum Yum is a delightful no-bake layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker and pecan crust, a creamy sweetened cream cheese and whipped topping middle layer, topped with luscious cherry pie filling and finished with a whipped topping and a crunchy sprinkle of chopped pecans. This easy-to-make dessert is chilled to set, making it perfect for gatherings and holidays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 23 minutes
- Yield: 15 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 full-size crackers)
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup salted sweet cream butter, melted and cooled
Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 16 ounces whipped topping, thawed (two 8-ounce containers)
- 1¼ cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Topping
- 42 ounces cherry pie filling (two 21-ounce cans)
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped pecans, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, finely chopped pecans, and granulated sugar. Add melted and cooled butter and stir until the mixture is thoroughly coated. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, then remove and let the crust cool completely.
- Make the cream cheese layer: Using a stand mixer or handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat the softened cream cheese for 1 to 1½ minutes until smooth and creamy. Add one 8-ounce container of thawed whipped topping, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Continue mixing for another 1½ to 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the dessert: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust layer. Next, evenly spread both cans of cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer. Then spread the remaining container of whipped topping evenly over the cherry pie filling layer.
- Garnish and chill: Sprinkle the 3 tablespoons of finely chopped pecans over the whipped topping layer. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Just before serving, cut the Cherry Yum Yum into 3 rows by 5 columns, yielding 15 pieces. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing combination of creamy, fruity, and crunchy textures.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and a smooth texture.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and butter for the richest flavor and best consistency.
- This dessert needs a minimum of 4 hours chilling time but tastes even better if refrigerated overnight.
- For a nut-free version, omit pecans in the crust and garnish.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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