Description
This Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie is a luscious and decadent dessert featuring layers of sweet cherry filling, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream, all nestled in a buttery pie crust. Topped with chocolate chips and fresh cherries, this pie is the perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s an easy yet elegant treat for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you crave a chocolate-cherry indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 box (3.9 oz) chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 ½ cups whipped cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- Fresh cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Ensure the pie crust is pre-baked and fully cooled before assembling this homemade Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the crust to create a delightful cherry layer.
- Prepare the chocolate pudding according to the package instructions using cold milk. Let it thicken slightly, then spread it over the cherry layer for a creamy chocolate cherry dessert.
- Gently spread whipped cream over the chocolate layer, creating a smooth, even topping for your best chocolate cherry pie.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the whipped cream, and add fresh cherries for extra flavor and presentation on your Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set, ensuring a perfect no bake chocolate cherry cream pie.
- Slice and serve chilled for a rich and creamy chocolate-cherry treat! This easy chocolate cherry cream pie recipe is sure to impress.
Notes
- Use a Pre-Baked Crust: Make sure the crust is fully baked and cooled before adding the filling to prevent sogginess in your Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie.
- Homemade vs. Store-Bought Ingredients: While store-bought cherry pie filling and chocolate pudding work well, homemade versions will elevate the flavor and texture of this creamy chocolate cherry dessert.
- Chill for the Right Amount of Time: Allow the pie to fully chill before slicing to help the layers set properly, especially for a no bake chocolate cherry cream pie.
- Garnish Just Before Serving: For the freshest look and taste, add chocolate chips and fresh cherries right before serving your chocolate cherry pie with whipped cream.
- Minimum Chill Time: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set and flavors to blend.
- Overnight Chill: For the best texture, chilling overnight (6-8 hours) allows the pie to firm up and makes slicing easier, perfect for a rich chocolate cherry pie.
- Quick Chill Option: If you’re short on time, place the pie in the freezer for 45-60 minutes, but avoid freezing it solid, as it may affect the texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg