Lemon Cherry Cream Dessert

Lemon Cherry Cream Dessert

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Lemon Cream Layer:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest

For the Cherry Layer:

• 1 cup cherry pie filling
• 1/2 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved (optional)

For the Topping:

• Whipped cream
• Fresh cherries
• Lemon slices

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
   • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch square baking pan. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare the Lemon Cream Layer:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
   • In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until well combined.
   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
3. Assemble the Layers:
   • Spread half of the lemon cream mixture over the chilled crust.
   • Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the lemon cream layer. Add fresh cherries if desired.
   • Spread the remaining lemon cream mixture over the cherry layer, smoothing the top.
4. Chill the Dessert:
   • Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or until set.
5. Add the Topping:
   • Before serving, garnish the dessert with whipped cream, fresh cherries, and lemon slices.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Cut into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the refreshing combination of lemon and cherry flavors!

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