Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie is the ultimate no-fuss dessert that’s ready in just 15 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfectly creamy, not-too-sweet filling. This pie is so irresistible, my family begs for it. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry Recipe for Dinner and Easy Greek Grain Bowl with Halloumi and Zucchini Crisps.
Why This Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy, not-too-sweet chocolate cherry filling
- No oven required, perfect for summer or busy weeknights
- Better than takeout, impress your family and friends
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
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
- Heavy cream
- Maraschino cherries
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Cherry juice
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Optional: Chocolate shavings
- Optional: Maraschino cherries
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Graham cracker crust: Store-bought or homemade
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- High-quality chocolate chips — Ensure a smooth, creamy filling → See on Amazon
- Maraschino cherries — Add a pop of color and flavor → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Step 3: Drain maraschino cherries, reserving 2 tablespoons of juice. Chop the cherries and stir them into the chocolate mixture along with the reserved juice.
- Step 4: Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Step 5: Serve with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and additional cherries, if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
- : For a firmer pie, refrigerate overnight.
- Common mistake and fix: If the filling is too thick, add a little more heavy cream. If it's too thin, refrigerate for longer.
- : For a lighter pie, use reduced-fat sweetened condensed milk and reduced-fat cream.
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 the filling up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
Freezing Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Best substitution: Substitute the cherry juice with orange juice for a different flavor twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the filling up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the filling is too thick, add a little more heavy cream. If it's too thin, refrigerate for longer.
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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Graham cracker crust
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Heavy cream
- Maraschino cherries
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Cherry juice
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Step 3: Drain maraschino cherries, reserving 2 tablespoons of juice. Chop the cherries and stir them into the chocolate mixture along with the reserved juice.
- Step 4: Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- Step 5: Serve with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and additional cherries, if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Best substitution: Substitute the cherry juice with orange juice for a different flavor twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the filling up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the filling is too thick, add a little more heavy cream. If it's too thin, refrigerate for longer.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Make ahead: Prepare the filling up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 370
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie Recipe FAQs
Yes, prepare the filling up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to use. Assemble the pie just before serving.
If the filling is too thick, add a little more heavy cream. If it's too thin, refrigerate for longer.
Yes, pit and chop fresh cherries. You may need to adjust the liquid content depending on how juicy the fresh cherries are.
No, this recipe is not suitable for the air fryer.
Yes, use a gluten-free graham cracker crust to make this pie gluten-free.
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!
