Ingredients and Weight:
- Vanilla wafers, 1 lb (454 g)
- Cherries, frozen and thawed, 1 lb (454 g)
- Cream cheese, softened, 8 oz (227 g)
- Sour cream, 8 oz (227 g)
- Sugar, 1 cup (200 g)
- Whipped cream, 1 cup (240 ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with plastic wrap.
- Arrange a layer of vanilla wafers along the bottom.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cherries, cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar. Beat until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the vanilla wafers.
- Top with another layer of vanilla wafers.
- Cover with whipped cream.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Protein: 5 g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy
- Sweet and tart
- Easy to make
- Perfect for summer gatherings
User Comments:
- "This fruitcake is delicious! It's the perfect treat for a hot summer day."
- "I love the combination of cherries and cream cheese. It's so unique and refreshing."
- "This is the easiest fruitcake I've ever made. It's a definite keeper!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use frozen cherries that have been thawed. Fresh cherries will not release enough juice to make the cream cheese mixture creamy.
- If you don't have whipped cream, you can make your own by whipping 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- This fruitcake can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
