Cherry Cha Cha

This year I made the Cherry Cha Cha for dessert at Christmas. We usually have a variety of different desserts at our Christmas dinner, rather than just one. Because more desserts is always better, right?! This is a really yummy and easy no bake dessert that my grandma always made for family gatherings. And since everyone loves it and she no longer makes desserts, we decided that I would carry on the tradition.

Except that sometimes I can't help but change things ( just a little); for the better, of course. So instead of the usual graham crumbs, I used Chocolate Oreo cookie crumbs. Because everyone knows that chocolate makes everything better~!

And did it ever make it better...

This is another oldie but goodie, as are my Skor Bar Dessert and my Pistachio Dessert recipes. I love resurrecting these old timey desserts, lest they be forgotten by the ravages of time.... Plus, there's a reason that these recipes are still around and it's not just nostalgia- they taste fantastic! Not only is this easy, it's no bake and quick to throw together, making it ideal for summer gatherings, BBQ's and potlucks!  No one wants to be baking dessert in the middle of July!

🥘 Ingredients

In some circles, this little gem of a dessert is also known as Cherry Delight. But cherry delight recipes tend to have cherries as the top layer. This recipe has cherries in the middle, sandwiched between delicious whipped cream mixed with marshmallows. And chocolate on the bottom and top! You just can't go wrong when all this deliciousness is encased in chocolate!

For this Chocolate Cherry Cha Cha recipe, you'll need:

• whipping cream
• icing sugar/powdered sugar
• vanilla
• mini marshmallows
• Oreo chocolate baking crumbs
• butter
• cherry pie filling (canned)

But I'll be real honest with you- I'm not at all a marshmallow fan! However, for some reason, I love this Cherry Marshmallow Dessert! I think it's because it's a texture thing. When the marshmallows and whipped cream have time to meld together,  the marshmallows soak up the whipped cream and get all soft and creamy. And not only does the texture of the marshmallows change, the sweetness is reduced. It's as if they become one and wow is it ever a wonderful union. So, don't worry if you're not a marshmallow fan cause you're still gonna love this dessert!

🔪 Instructions

And this No Bake Cherry Marshmallow Dessert is sooo easy to make!

1. Spray the bottom of a 9X13 pan with non-stick cooking spray. Combine Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter.. Press ⅔ of the mixture onto the bottom of 9X13 pan. Set aside the remainder. With an electric mixer, whip cream to soft peaks, then add icing sugar, vanilla and whip to stiff peaks. Add marshmallows and mix well. Spread half of the marshmallow mixture on top of crumb base.
2. Spread cherry pie filling over marshmallow layer.
3. Spread remainder of marshmallow mixture over cherries
4. Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over top of marshmallow layer. Refrigerate, covered for at least 6 hours or overnight.

👪 Serving size

This makes 12 servings, but you can cut it in half or double or triple it. Simply click on the blue servings size in the recipe card, put in the number of servings you'd like and the recipe amounts will adjust accordingly.

🌡️Storing

Store in a sealed container, in the fridge, for up to 3 days. You can also make this dessert ahead. I usually make it the day before I'm serving it because it has to be refrigerated for a minimum of 6 hours prior to serving.

This Cherry Cha Cha recipe is perfect when you're looking for a quick, easy and no bake dessert for a potluck or for when you're feeding a crowd. Or if you're simply looking for an easy dessert recipe with cherries, you'll love this one! It also happens to be red and white, so also ideal for your Christmas OR Canada Day celebrations!

Enjoy ~

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🍒Cherry Cha Cha Recipe

Cherry Cha Cha is an easy no bake dessert made with canned cherries, Oreo cookie crumbs, whipped cream and marshmallows. It's a great dessert for throwing together last minute and perfect for family gatherings, summer BBQ's or potlucks .

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Canadian

Keyword cha cha, cherry, marshmallows

Prep Time 20 minutes

Refrigeration 6 hours

Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 347kcal

Author Adapted from Leonore Porter (Terri's Grandma)

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Equipment

• hand mixer

Ingredients

• 2 cups whipping cream 1 pint
• 2 tablespoon icing sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 10 oz -package of mini marshmallows
• 2 cups Oreo chocolate cookie crumbs
• ⅓ cup butter, melted * Measure the butter BEFORE you melt it
• 540 ml -can cherry pie filling

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Instructions

• Spray the bottom of a 9X13 pan with non-stick cooking spray. Combine Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press ⅔ of the mixture onto the bottom of 9X13 pan. Set aside the remainder. With an electric mixer, whip cream to soft peaks, then add icing sugar, vanilla and whip to stiff peaks. Add marshmallows and mix well. Add marshmallows and mix well.
• Spread half of the marshmallow mixture on top of crumb base.
• Spread cherry pie filling over marshmallow layer.
• Spread remainder of marshmallow mixture over cherries
• Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over top of marshmallow layer. Refrigerate, covered for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  

Notes

🌡️STORING

Store in a sealed container, in the fridge, for up to 3 days. You can also make this dessert ahead. I usually make it the day before I'm serving it because it has to be refrigerated for a minimum of 6 hours prior to serving.

👪 SERVING SIZE

This makes 12 servings, but you can cut it in half or double or triple it. Simply click on the blue servings size in the recipe card, put in the number of servings you'd like and the recipe amounts will adjust accordingly.

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Nutrition Facts

🍒Cherry Cha Cha Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 347 Calories from Fat 198

% Daily Value*

Fat 22g34%

Saturated Fat 13g81%

Cholesterol 68mg23%

Sodium 208mg9%

Potassium 69mg2%

Carbohydrates 36g12%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 21g23%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 746IU15%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 33mg3%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 208mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 746IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

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