Description
A delightful pie combining sweet cherries and rich chocolate in a creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into the pre-made pie crust.
- Top with cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden.
- Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve slices topped with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For a creamier texture, let cream cheese soften at room temperature for at least 1 hour before mixing. Experiment with additional cherry pie filling or use different fruits.