This “elegant but easy” recipe is for a classic Cherry-O Cream Cheese Pie, made with cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and topped with cherry pie filling.
Dive into Cherry-O Cream Cheese Pie: A Celebration in Every Bite
Imagine a symphony of textures and flavors dancing on your tongue. Crunchy Kellogg’s Corn Flake Crust yields a velvety embrace of Borden’s Cream Cheese, swirled with the tangy delight of lemon juice and the sweet serenade of Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk. A whisper of vanilla extract adds a touch of romance and the grand finale: a cascade of vibrant Cherry Pie filling with juicy, sun-kissed cherries.
This isn’t just a pie; it’s a celebration. Every spoonful is a party in your mouth, a sweet escape from the ordinary. Picture picnics under sun-dappled trees, laughter echoing from nostalgic kitchens, and childhood memories reborn on a golden platter.
- The Kellogg’s Corn Flake Crust: A symphony of buttery crunch, holding the creamy filling with gentle strength.
- The Borden’s Cream Cheese: Creamy and luscious, a blank canvas for the tangy-sweet masterpiece.
- The Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk: Like sunbeams captured in a can, adding a rich sweetness that melts on your tongue.
- The Lemon Juice: A tart whisper, cutting through the sweetness and keeping the whole experience vibrant and alive.
- The Vanilla Extract: A delicate touch of warmth, rounding out the flavors and adding a touch of magic.
- The Cherry Pie Filling: The crowning jewel, a burst of juicy, sweet cherries that paint the pie with summer colors.
More than just a recipe, it’s an experience:
- Easy to make, perfect for bakers of all levels.
- A crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to vanish from the table in record time.
- A taste of nostalgia, evoking memories of family gatherings and simpler times.
- A canvas for creativity, add your toppings and make it your own.
So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to bake up a slice of happiness. With Cherry-O Cream Cheese Pie, every bite is a celebration, a reminder that life is sweet, and the best things come in pies.
Bonus Tip: Try topping your pie with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped nuts for an extra touch of decadence. You won’t regret it!
Cherry-O Cream Cheese Pie
Ingredients
- 1 cup Kellogg’s Corn Flake Crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/3 cup butter or margarine melted
- 1 package Borden’s Cream Cheese or Eagle Brand Neufchatel Cheese 8-ounce
- 1 1/3 cups 15-ounce can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (condensed milk must be used)
- 1/3 cup lemon juice measure accurately
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can prepared Cherry Pie Filling or Cherry Glaze** 1 pound & 5 ounce can
Method
- Combine Crumbs, sugar, and butter; mix well.
- Press firmly, evenly on bottom and side of 9-inch pie plate.
- Chill.
- Let cheese stand at room temperature till soft; beat till fluffy.
- Gradually add Eagle Brand, stirring till well mixed.
- Add lemon juice, vanilla extract; stir till well mixed; turn into prepared crust.
- Chill 2 to 3 hours (Do not freeze) before garnishing the top with Cherry Pie Filling or Cherry Glaze.
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