Description
Cherries in the Snow Dessert is a visually stunning and irresistibly delicious layered treat combining fluffy whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, juicy maraschino cherries, mini marshmallows, and crushed pineapple. This easy-to-make, family-friendly dessert boasts a perfect balance of creamy sweetness and fruity brightness, making it ideal for holidays, gatherings, or any time you crave a refreshing, elegant dessert.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups heavy cream (or coconut whipped cream for dairy-free)
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped and drained
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (vegan marshmallows optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or almond extract as variation)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional; almonds or pecans recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Mixture: Drain chopped maraschino cherries thoroughly and gently combine them with drained crushed pineapple to create the fruity base for the dessert.
- Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined to create creamy, fluffy layers.
- Layer the Ingredients: In serving dishes or individual cups, start with a layer of the cherry-pineapple mixture. Add a generous spoonful of the whipped cream mixture on top, then spread a layer of mini marshmallows.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering the cherry mixture, cream, and marshmallows until all ingredients are used. Finish with a final fluffy cream layer, garnished with extra cherries and chopped nuts if desired.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and marshmallows to soften, achieving the perfect chewy texture.
Notes
- Use freshly whipped cream just before assembling for the lightest texture.
- Drain cherries and pineapple well to prevent sogginess in the layers.
- Chill your bowl and whisk before whipping cream to speed up the process and improve texture.
- Adjust quantity of marshmallows and nuts to customize chewiness and crunch.
- Serve the dessert cold for the freshest taste and best texture contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: cherries dessert, layered dessert, no bake dessert, holiday dessert, creamy fruit dessert, gluten free dessert