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No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Pie

No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Pie
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No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Pie is a decadent and effortless dessert that combines rich, smooth chocolate with tart cherry flavors. Ready in under 20 minutes and requiring no oven, this creamy, fruity, and chocolatey pie is perfect for quick sweet cravings or impressing guests with minimal effort. Whether you prefer semi-sweet or dark chocolate, canned cherry pie filling or fresh cherries, this versatile recipe adapts to your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 9-inch graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)

Filling

  • 8 oz high-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cherry Layer

  • 1 cup cherry pie filling (canned) or fresh cherries sweetened and cooked slightly

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Start by pressing your graham cracker crust evenly into a 9-inch pie dish. The crust serves as the solid yet crumbly foundation for the filling, so make sure it’s tightly packed to hold the pie together without crumbling.
  2. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This will create the light and fluffy texture essential to the pie’s smooth richness.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt your chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently. Smooth melted chocolate is key to mixing evenly with the whipped cream without clumps.
  4. Mix Chocolate and Whipped Cream: Fold the melted chocolate carefully into the whipped cream, maintaining the airy texture. This step combines the luscious chocolate with the creamy filling that defines this No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Pie.
  5. Add the Cherry Layer: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the chocolate cream layer. The cherries bring tart bursts that contrast beautifully with the richness of the chocolate, balancing the flavors for every bite.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set properly. This chilling step is what lets the flavors meld together, resulting in a slice that holds its shape perfectly when served.

Notes

  • Chill everything: Keep your bowl and beaters cold to help the cream whip faster and fluffier.
  • Use quality chocolate: It makes a noticeable difference in the flavor and texture of the pie.
  • Fold gently: Mixing chocolate and whipped cream too vigorously can deflate the creamy texture.
  • Press crust firmly: Prevents crumbs from falling apart when slicing the pie.
  • Refrigerate fully: Patience is key—proper chilling ensures clean slices and a creamy filling.

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Keywords: no-bake, chocolate cherry pie, easy dessert, quick dessert, semi-sweet chocolate, cherry pie filling, graham cracker crust

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