Cherry Chocolate Chip Cream Dessert

Cherry Chocolate Chip Cream Dessert

Ingredients:

• Crust:
  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
• Cream Filling:
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
• Cherry Topping:
  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling or fresh cherries if available
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings or chips for garnish
  • Fresh cherries for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers with melted butter.
   • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
   • Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare the Cream Filling:
   • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
   • Fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
   • Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
   • Spread the cream filling evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Add the Cherry Topping:
   • If using cherry pie filling, spread it evenly over the cream filling.
   • If using fresh cherries, pit and halve them, then arrange them over the cream filling.
4. Top with Whipped Cream:
   • Spread the whipped cream over the cherry layer.
   • Garnish with chocolate shavings or chips.
5. Add Fresh Cherries:
   • Decorate the top with fresh cherries for an extra touch of elegance.
6. Chill the Dessert:
   • Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours or until set.
7. Serve:
   • Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Enjoy your Cherry Chocolate Chip Cream Dessert!