Ingredients
– 1 can of cherry pie filling or 2 cups of fresh cherries
– 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup of powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– 1 package of cream cheese (8 oz), softened
– 1 cup of crushed pineapple, drained
– 2 cups of mini marshmallows
– 1 cup of shredded coconut
– 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Spatula
– 9×13 inch baking dish
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
Start by preparing the cream cheese mixture. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until it’s smooth and creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and continue mixing until it’s well incorporated. Now, add the vanilla extract to this creamy mixture. It smells heavenly and gives a warm aroma to the base of the dessert! After that, fold in the crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut with a spatula, ensuring everything is well mixed and evenly distributed. I love how colorful and fluffy this mixture looks! (See the next page below to continue steps…)