Description
No-bake easy cherry chocolate chip pie is a smooth, creamy dessert that combines sweet cherries, rich cream cheese, and crunchy chocolate chips. This fuss-free pie comes together in minutes and chills to perfection, making it an ideal dessert for busy days or last-minute gatherings.
Ingredients
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1 pre-made graham cracker crust (or homemade with: 1½ cups crushed graham crackers, ⅓ cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons sugar)
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
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1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
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1 cup mini chocolate chips
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1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Optional Add-ins
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ cup chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts)
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Extra chocolate chips or cherries for topping
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust:
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Use a pre-made graham cracker crust or make your own by mixing crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a pie dish and chill for 30 minutes.
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Make the Filling:
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and continue mixing until creamy.
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Add the Cherry and Chocolate:
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Gently fold in the cherry pie filling and mini chocolate chips.
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Assemble the Pie:
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Pour the filling into the crust. Spread evenly and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Add Toppings (Optional):
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Spoon extra cherry pie filling on top or sprinkle with more chocolate chips or nuts.
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Chill the Pie:
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Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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Serve:
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Cut into slices and serve. For extra flair, add whipped cream or fresh cherries on top.
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Notes
For a homemade crust, make sure to chill it for 30 minutes before filling.
You can customize the topping with extra cherries or chocolate chips for added texture.
This pie stays fresh for up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American