Description
This no-bake easy cherry chocolate chip pie is a delightful and simple dessert that combines a crunchy graham cracker crust with a sweet cherry filling, melty chocolate chips, and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for a quick dessert that requires no oven time, it’s chilled to set and garnished for a beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling and Topping
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping
- Optional: additional chocolate chips and cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar thoroughly until combined. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill and set for 30 minutes.
- Add the Cherry Filling: Remove the chilled crust from the fridge. Evenly spread the 21-ounce can of cherry pie filling over the crust, smoothing the surface gently with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Sprinkle Chocolate Chips: Evenly distribute 1 cup of chocolate chips over the cherry filling layer, ensuring coverage across the surface for bursts of chocolate flavor.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Spoon or pipe the 8-ounce whipped topping generously on top of the chocolate chip layer. Use a spatula or piping bag to create decorative swirls for an attractive finish.
- Garnish and Chill: Optionally, sprinkle additional chocolate chips and cherries on top for extra decoration. Refrigerate the fully assembled pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- This pie is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use full-fat whipped topping for a richer texture, or a lighter variety for fewer calories.
- You can substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings for variation.
- Press the crust firmly to prevent it from crumbling when slicing.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts into the crust mixture if desired.
