Cherry Yum Yum: The Perfect No Bake Dessert

Satisfy your sweet tooth with Cherry Yum Yum, an easy and delicious no-bake dessert recipe. Made with canned cherry pie filling, cream cheese, and graham crackers, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion.

What is cherry yum yum?

Cherry yum yum dessert is an old fashioned dessert recipe that requires no baking. This layered dessert features a 3 layers: graham cracker crust on the top and bottom, whipped cream cheese and whipped topping layer, and a layer of cherry pie filling. It’s easy to make, and it serves a crowd.

Ingredients

• Graham Crackers
• Butter, melted
• Cream Cheese Softened
• Dream Whip and Milk (or Whipped Topping)
• Sugar
• Vanilla Extract
• Cherry Pie Filling

Cherry Yum Yum Dessert Recipe

I want to say thank you to the Edgewood High School Band. If it wasn’t for the amazing cook book they compiled in 1972, then I would have never discovered this amazingly easy no bake dessert recipe.

The original recipe calls for Dream Whip which takes me right back to Grandma’s kitchen in the 90s. I always remember seeing boxes of Dream Whip in her cabinet.

Believe it or not, you can still find Dream Whip at the grocery store; however, it is easily substituted for a container of Cool Whip or whipped topping.

Why I love this Recipe

I mean, what’s not to love. The recipe includes layers of sweet whipped topping, cherry pie, and buttery graham cracker crust. Plus, this is a go to recipe for the holidays, picnics and any occasion when you need to serve a crowd since it makes a large pan, and it’s always a hit.

How to make cherry yum yum?

Step by Step Instructions

1. Crush graham cracker crumbs, and melt butter. Combine the two, and take half the mixture and press into the bottom of a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
2. Using a stand mixer, electric mixer or hand mixer, blend softened cream cheese, granulated sugar and vanilla extract.
3. If using Dream Whip, whip the dry mix with milk until soft peaks form. Skip this step if you are using Cool Whip instead.
4. Fold Dream Whip mixture or Cool Whip (whichever you decide to use) into the cream cheese mixture.
5. Spread half the cream cheese mixture over the layer of graham crackers.
6. Top with cherry pie filling (all of it).
7. Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over top the canned cherry pie filling.
8. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top.
9. Cover tightly with a tight-fitting lid or with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight or for several hours.

Storage Instructions

Store the leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in the refrigerator. Be sure to never double dip into the dessert which can cause it to become watery.

For the full ingredient amounts or recipe steps for cherry yum yum with Dream Whip, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Recipe FAQs

• Use Dream Whip plus milk, or Cool Whip. Either work for this recipe.
• I prefer whole milk or 2% milk as opposed to skim milk to mix with the package of Dream Whip.
• 3 cups crushed graham crackers equals 2 of the packages inside the graham cracker box.
• 3/4 cup butter equals 1 1/2 sticks
• 42 ounces of cherry pie filling is usually 2 cans
• Be sure your cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure it whips properly.
• Let it set up in the refrigerator for several hour or overnight before serving.
• Some people also call this dessert Cherry Delight.

Recipe Variations

• Substitute margarine for butter, if desired.
• If you have homemade cherry pie filling, use it instead of store-bought cherry pie filling.
• Don’t care for strawberry? Try other flavors of cherry pie filling such as blueberry pie filling or lemon pie filling.
• Add nuts (walnuts or pecans) to the graham cracker layer, if desired.
• Half and Half works instead of milk to mix with Dream Whip if you want it extra decadent.

Kitchen Tools Needed for this Recipe

• Butter Saucepan (to easily melt butter)
• Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
• 9×13 inch baking dish (I like this one with a lid.)
• Liquid and Dry Measuring Cups
• Spoonula or Spatula

Can cherry yum yum be frozen?

Yes, cherry yum yum can be frozen. Be sure to wrap the dessert tightly with either a double layer of plastic wrap, or one layer of plastic wrap and a tight-fitting lid. If you use Dream Whip in you no bake cherry yum yum, it could slightly change the texture during the freezing process.

Can Dream Whip be substituted for Cool Whip?

Yes, substitute one envelope of Dream Whip (1.3 ounces dry mix) plus 1/2 cup milk or half and half for an 8 ounce carton of Cool Whip or visa versa.

What is Dream Whip?

Dream Whip is a shelf-stable powder used to make a whipped topping similar to Cool Whip. The directions state to mix one envelope of DREAM WHIP with 1/2 cup cold milk and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat the mixture in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use. One envelope makes 2 cups whipped topping.

How long does cherry yum yum last?

When stored properly in the fridge (covered with plastic wrap or a tight-fitting lid), it can last up to a week. Be sure to never double dip a spoon that has been licked, and be sure to never leave at room temperature for more than an hour at max. Cherry yum yum with canned cherry pie filling also lasts in the freezer for 2-3 months.

Cherry Dessert Recipes

While our family loves chocolate desserts, we have a few who always prefer a dessert with fruit in it. We have some cherry lovers in the family so we have several posts featuring cherries (see below). Also, check out our friend’s, Jent, Homemade Cherry Pie recipe.

Glazed Cherry Bars

Old Fashioned Cherry Winks

Cherry Batter Cake

Grandma’s Cherry Fluff Recipe