Cherry Junk

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

A creamy, sweet cherry dessert layered with powdered sugar and cream cheese, topped with tart cherries, perfect for a quick, crowd-pleasing treat or summer gathering.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. powdered sugar
  • 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
  • 1 can tart cherries

Instructions

  1. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add the Cool Whip and beat again.
  3. Beat in powdered sugar until creamy.
  4. Pour the mixture into a graham cracker crust.
  5. Top with cherries and chill until firm.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

254 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.1g 4% DV
Total Fat 7.3g 9% DV
Carbs 45.9g 17% DV
Fiber 0.6g 2% DV
Sugar 42.1g 84% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 112.8mg 5% DV
Potassium 122.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 22.5mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 110.8mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 4.8mg 5% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 27.5mg 2% DV
Iron 0.5mg 3% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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