Description
This Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie is a luscious and decadent dessert featuring layers of sweet cherry filling, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream, all nestled in a buttery pie crust. Topped with chocolate chips and fresh cherries, this pie is the perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s an easy yet elegant treat for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you crave a chocolate-cherry indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling (or homemade)
- 1 box (3.9 oz) chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk (for pudding mix)
- 1 ½ cups whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- Fresh cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Ensure the pie crust is pre-baked and fully cooled before assembling.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the crust.
- Prepare the chocolate pudding according to the package instructions using cold milk. Let it thicken slightly, then spread it over the cherry layer.
- Gently spread whipped cream over the chocolate layer, creating a smooth, even topping.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the whipped cream, and add fresh cherries for extra flavor and presentation.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set.
- Slice and serve chilled for a rich and creamy chocolate-cherry treat!