Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie is the ultimate no-fuss dessert. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the creamiest, dreamiest filling. The crispy graham cracker crust holds in the fresh, tangy cherry goodness. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Feta Fried Eggs Easy Breakfast Recipe and Easy No Bake Lemon Pie Recipe for Refreshing Desserts.
Why This Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- The perfect balance of rich chocolate and tangy cherries
- No oven required, making it a breeze to prepare
- Creamy, dreamy filling that's always a crowd-pleaser
What You'll Need for Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Graham cracker crust
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Maraschino cherries
- Heavy cream
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Chocolate shavings
- Optional: Maraschino cherries
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Graham cracker crust: Store-bought or homemade
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Ensures a fine, even graham cracker crust → See on Amazon
- Silicone spatula — Gently folds ingredients without breaking the crust → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
- Prepare the crust: Press graham cracker crumbs into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while preparing the filling.
- Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, chocolate chips, and salt. Cook over medium heat until smooth. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and let cool slightly.
- Add cherries: Drain and chop maraschino cherries. Fold into the chocolate mixture with heavy cream. Pour into the chilled crust.
- Chill and serve: Chill for at least 4 hours. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and additional cherries before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overheat the chocolate mixture. If it gets too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
- Pro tip: For a lighter pie, fold in 2 cups of whipped cream into the chocolate mixture before chilling.
- Pro tip: Make ahead: Prepare the crust and filling separately, then assemble and chill up to 24 hours before serving.
Storing & Reheating Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days Make-ahead tip: Prepare crust and filling separately up to 24 hours ahead
Freezing Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Freeze for up to 2 months, thaw overnight before serving
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: No reheating required Microwave: No reheating required
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Best substitution: Substitute fresh or frozen pitted cherries for a homemade twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the crust and filling separately, then assemble and chill up to 24 hours before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to fit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the pie is too soft, chill for an additional hour. If it's too firm, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Graham cracker crust
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Maraschino cherries
- Heavy cream
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Press graham cracker crumbs into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while preparing the filling.
- Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, chocolate chips, and salt. Cook over medium heat until smooth. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and let cool slightly.
- Add cherries: Drain and chop maraschino cherries. Fold into the chocolate mixture with heavy cream. Pour into the chilled crust.
- Chill and serve: Chill for at least 4 hours. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and additional cherries before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Best substitution: Substitute fresh or frozen pitted cherries for a homemade twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the crust and filling separately, then assemble and chill up to 24 hours before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to fit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the pie is too soft, chill for an additional hour. If it's too firm, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months, thaw overnight before serving
- Oven reheat: No reheating required
- Microwave reheat: No reheating required
- Make ahead: Prepare crust and filling separately up to 24 hours ahead
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 430
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sat. Fat: 13g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe FAQs
Yes, pit and chop fresh or frozen cherries. You may need to add cornstarch to thicken the filling.
Ensure the chocolate mixture is thick enough before pouring into the crust. If it's still runny, chill for an additional hour.
Yes, prepare the crust and filling separately, then assemble and chill up to 24 hours ahead.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months, thaw overnight before serving.
Yes, you can use a homemade or store-bought pie crust. Bake according to package instructions before filling.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
