Cherry Cheesecake Surprise Layered Dessert


I got this recipe years ago from a friend of mine.  I remember thinking that it looked so complicated and tasted so decadent.  I was very happy to find that it was quick and easy.  Try it out for your self!

Ingredients:
2 packages pre-made shortcakes, usually come 6 to a package...may be called dessert cakes or dessert shells in your grocery store (or 1 Angel food cake)
2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened (can use fat free)
1 (16 oz.) container sour cream (can use low fat)
2 sm. boxes (3.5 oz) vanilla instant pudding (can use fat free/sugar free)
1 large can cherry pie filling (30 oz.)

 Directions:

  1. Make pudding as directed on box, chill.  
  2. In separate large bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.  
  3. Fold in pudding, blend on low until smooth.   
  4. Cut bread into 1/2 inch pieces and cover bottom of 9x13” pan. 
  5. Pour cream mix over bread, smooth out evenly.  
  6. Top with spoonfuls of cherry pie filling.  Use a knife to swirl it through the cream filling.
  7. Refrigerate for one hour.  
  8. Scoop into bowls and devour with a spoon.  Enjoy!!

**You can also make this dessert in a deep dish/trifle bowl by doing 2 layers of cake, mix, and cherries.  It can also be made into single servings by using small dessert dishes.


















Thanks ~ Nichi


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53 comments:

  1. Gentle JoyJuly 30, 2017 at 7:29 PM

    This looks really good! We love any kind of cheesecake. :)

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  2. The Baking ExplorerJuly 31, 2017 at 10:22 AM

    This looks gorgeous and I love the bright red and swirl effect

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    1. Erik AndersenNovember 25, 2018 at 3:54 AM

      Then you have to make two. One to eat and the second to look at, while you ruin the first

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  3. Cindy@CountyRoad407July 31, 2017 at 11:11 AM

    Saw this on the DIY Mommy Link Party and so glad I did! I love me some cherry cheesecake but suck at baking. Would have never thought to use angel food cake. Plan on trying this tomorrow! Thanks for the post.

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  4. robbiesinspirationJuly 31, 2017 at 12:44 PM

    This looks delicious. I found your post at the Inspire Me Monday Linky Party.

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  5. UnknownAugust 1, 2017 at 10:19 AM

    Looks so yummy! Sharing on Twitter! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
    Kim

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  6. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & BeyondAugust 2, 2017 at 6:36 PM

    Oh this looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing at #overthemoon link party and see you next week!

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  7. Beverly @Across the BlvdAugust 2, 2017 at 7:19 PM

    This looks delicious and I love that it's easy to make. Thanks for sharing at Snickerdoodle. Pinning.

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  8. Katherines CornerAugust 3, 2017 at 1:24 PM

    thank you for sharing this yumminess at TFT featured on Fb and Google+, pinned too xo

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  9. AmyAugust 3, 2017 at 2:40 PM

    This cherry-cheesecake surprise looks and sounds so good. Thank you for sharing at Wonderful Wednesday link party. Shared and pinned.

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  10. Miz HelenAugust 4, 2017 at 11:12 AM

    Hope you have a fantastic weekend and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us here at Full Plate Thursday. We hope to see you again real soon.
    Miz Helen

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  11. Gardening HelenAugust 5, 2017 at 7:59 AM

    Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner Link up!

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  12. Gardening HelenAugust 5, 2017 at 8:01 AM

    Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner Link up!

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  13. SarahAugust 6, 2017 at 2:50 PM

    It looks really yummy! Happy Fiesta!

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  14. ShintaAugust 8, 2017 at 4:58 AM

    This is a great idea for a party and looks like a fantastic crowd-pleaser! Thanks for bringing this to FF, Nichi!

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  15. UnknownMarch 4, 2018 at 12:28 PM

    Did you use instant pudding?

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  16. JeezlouiseMay 17, 2018 at 3:38 PM

    Making this dish this afternoon for a dessert for tomorrow night. I'm really hoping it's ok to sit in the fridge for 24 hours!!

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  17. Buleever2September 16, 2018 at 7:51 PM

    Can you tell me what a “shortbread cake” is, please?

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    1. UnknownOctober 19, 2018 at 12:43 PM

      We make this using Hostess Twinkies on the bottom. Easier to find than the strawberry shortcakes at certain times of the year when strawberries are out of season.

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    2. SoccermamaFebruary 13, 2019 at 1:06 PM

      Also can use Sara Lee pound cake 🍰 when it’s off season👍

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  18. The Mandatory MoochSeptember 17, 2018 at 4:33 PM

    Yes, they are small round cakes that are usually in packages of 6. They might be called dessert cakes or dessert cups in your grocery store.

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  19. UnknownSeptember 20, 2018 at 6:41 AM

    What size can (ounces) of cherries should be used?

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    1. The Mandatory MoochSeptember 21, 2018 at 9:32 AM

      30 oz. can. Thanks for asking. I have added that to the recipe.

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  20. UnknownSeptember 21, 2018 at 12:04 PM

    Thanks for the info regarding the 30 oz. can of cherries. That's what I ended up using as it was easy to see in the store that the smaller can would not do. The cake I made looks like the one you pictured, and it tastes very good. Just a little disappointed that it was not more firm; no way could it be cut into squares for serving. Eating it out of a bowl worked for me as I'm not particular that way.

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    1. The Mandatory MoochSeptember 21, 2018 at 2:15 PM

      Glad you enjoyed it. I updated the recipe to make it more clear that it isn't able to be cut into squares, but served in bowls. I appreciate the feedback.

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  21. UnknownSeptember 22, 2018 at 4:22 PM

    I used a large family size Sara Lee Pound Cake cut up into small squares. Next time I’m going add to the bottom crushed graham crackers & butter then slice the Sara Lee Pound cake and layer it on the bottom. My daughter wants me to use cool whip in place of sour cream for more sweetness but I may just add some sugar or do half sour cream half cool whip. Either way it’s delicious!

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  22. UnknownSeptember 23, 2018 at 1:20 PM

    Awesome tasting !

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  23. UnknownOctober 19, 2018 at 4:00 PM

    This looks great and i would do them in individual wine goblets for personal trifles!

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  24. UnknownNovember 10, 2018 at 3:15 PM

    Can you add any kind of fruit filling other than cherry, we aren't big fans of cherry

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    1. The Mandatory MoochNovember 10, 2018 at 4:43 PM

      Of course, use whatever kind of filling you like. Enjoy!!

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  25. Amyjo1027November 14, 2018 at 11:32 PM

    I noticed you printed the ways to save fat grams and sugar,but I wanted to also put out there that walmart carries a “no sugar added” cherry pie filling. I think it only has 4 grams of sugar and is very good.

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  26. UnknownNovember 25, 2018 at 4:25 PM

    I made this today and it looks just like picture on recipe. Can’t wait for my family to try it.

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  27. DelilahJanuary 22, 2019 at 6:02 AM

    This dessert has been on my family’s Christmas dessert table for years. Only thing different is we use either a Sara Lee Pound Cake or homemade pound cake. Twinkies sound good too!

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  28. UnknownJanuary 23, 2019 at 11:20 AM

    You must know my Grandmother as this is her exact recipe!! haha She had made this dessert for us since I was little!! She only used angel food cake but the rest is spot on! So glad to see our childhood treat being shared with the world!! It's always a crowd pleaser so ENJOY!!

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  29. UnknownJanuary 27, 2019 at 11:46 PM

    Thank you for sharing such a great looking recipe. I'm sure my family will love this. Also, thanks for not spamming up your pin with tons of ads and click bait. This was the fastest loading, most straight forward pin I've opened in a long time.

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  30. UnknownFebruary 19, 2019 at 1:22 PM

    PERSONALLY, I THINK YOUR RECIPE IS PERFECT THE WAY YOU MAKE IT. I DO AGREE WITH THE LADY THAT ADDED "WALMARTHAS THE SUGAR FREE, CHERRY PIE FILLING" I HAVE BOUGHT IT TO MAKE MY CHERRY PIE FILLING DUMP CAKE. THANK YOU FOR THIS RECIPE, I HAVE A POTLUCK THIS FRIDAY AT MY CHURCH, AND THIS WILL BE MY DESSERT :-)

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  31. Sam xoxoMarch 12, 2019 at 12:39 PM

    Thanks for sharing! Looks delicious and super easy! Can't wait to try it. Also, love the step by step pics it's nice to know when ur recipe is looking like it should as ur going along I've recently learned! Lol

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  32. Sandy M.April 18, 2019 at 12:27 PM

    This looks scrumptious. Think I'll make it for Easter dinner.

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  33. Bon KNovember 24, 2019 at 4:24 PM

    Just made this and followed the directions exactly as written. I tasted the pudding/cream cheese/sour cream mixture and i don't know what I did wrong but i really couldn't taste any of the pudding. All i tasted was sour cream and cream cheese. Pretty disappointed. Debating to put it in trash,and try another recipe. The only thing I can think of is the directions didn't say what size pudding to use. I used the small box that is 3.5 oz. Should I have used a different size? Please help....

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    1. The Mandatory MoochNovember 25, 2019 at 8:10 AM

      Bon, I'm so sorry that you were disappointed with the recipe. The filling isn't made to be eaten on it's own. Believe me, I've tried it too. However, once it is paired with the cake and cherries the flavor combinations are delish. Hope that helps. And, yes, you used the correct box of pudding.

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  34. JudyFJune 13, 2020 at 7:19 AM

    I just want to make sure --- I am to just mix the dry pudding mix into the filling?

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    1. The Mandatory MoochJune 16, 2020 at 9:39 PM

      Actually, the first step of the recipe is to make the pudding as directed on the box. Hope you enjoy!!

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  35. UnknownJanuary 5, 2021 at 4:36 PM

    Would it be more tasty if you use the franch vanilla pudding?

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  36. 19lajones63@gmail.comApril 2, 2021 at 11:46 PM

    I have made this several times and absolutely love it! I want to make it again soon but do not have any sour Cream Coyle I substitute plain yogurt for the sour cream? I look forward to you advice.

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    1. The Mandatory MoochApril 5, 2021 at 8:45 AM

      I think that would be a perfect alternative. Let me know if you try it and how it turns out.

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  37. UnknownDecember 15, 2021 at 1:09 PM

    Has anyone ever made this dessert and then froze it to be ate later? I would like to make it now, freeze it, then eat in about 1 week over the holidays. I am worried the cream cheese and sour cream will not freeze well.

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    1. The Mandatory MoochDecember 15, 2021 at 4:03 PM

      I never have, but that sounds delicious. Maybe eat it frozen like ice cream instead of thawing it out? Let me know if you try it.

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