Cherry Cheese Pie Recipe

Name: Cherry Cheese Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (20 graham crackers, crushed, should give you enough crumbs.); ¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; ⅓ cup butter, melted; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened, PLUS; 3 ounces cream cheese, softened; ½ cup sugar; ½ teaspoon vanilla; 2 egg whites, stiffly beaten; 1 (16 ounce) can cherries, in water; red food coloring; ¼ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (20 graham crackers, crushed, should give you enough crumbs.)
¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
⅓ cup butter, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, softened, PLUS
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
2 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1 (16 ounce) can cherries, in water
red food coloring
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch

1
CRUST: Combine the cracker crumbs, the brown sugar and butter in a small bowl, blending well.
2
Press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
3
FILLING: Beat the two packages of cream cheese in a bowl using an electric mixer set on medium speed, until smooth.
4
Gradually add 1/2 cup of sugar and the vanilla, blending well.
5
Gently fold the stiffly beaten egg whites into the cream cheese mixture.
6
Pour into the brown sugar pie crust.
7
Bake at 325 degrees F. for 25 minutes or until the filling is set.
8
Cool on a wire rack.
9
Drain the cherries, reserving 1/2 cup of the juice.
10
Combine the reserved juice with a few drops of red food coloring, 1/4 cup of sugar, and the cornstarch in a 2 quart saucepan.
11
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils and thickens.
12
Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
13
Arrange the cherries over the cheese filling, then spoon the glaze over the cherries.
14
Cover and chill for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator or until the glaze is set.
15
Serve cold.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (20 graham crackers, crushed, should give you enough crumbs.), ¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed, ⅓ cup butter, melted, 8 ounces cream cheese, softened, PLUS, and more.

Yes, Cherry Cheese Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cherry Cheese Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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