The Vegan Cherry Cheesecake Fluff is a yummy dessert and has 320 calories per serving. This dessert takes 2 hours & 15 minutes to make. Serve this dessert at holidays, events, lunches, festivals, functions, or feasts. It contains vegan graham cracker crumbs, melted vegan butter, granulated sugar, vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, vegan whipped topping, and vegan cherry pie filling. We may pair this fluff with strawberry slices, vegan shortbread cookies, cherry sorbet, vegan pancakes, cake pops, cherry smoothie, or iced coffee. You may store this Vegan Cherry Cheesecake Fluff in the refrigerator for 4 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Cuisine: American
- Servings: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Cooking Time: Nil
EQUIPMENT:
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric hand mixer
- Measuring cups
- Rubber spatula
- Medium mixing bowl
- Serving dish
- Measuring spoons
- Refrigerator
INGREDIENTS:
CRUMBLE:
- 2 cups vegan graham cracker crumbs
- Six tbsp. melted vegan butter
- 2 tbsp. granulated sugar
CHEESECAKE FLUFF:
- 16 ounces softened vegan cream cheese
- One cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups vegan whipped topping
- One tsp. vanilla extract
CHERRY LAYER:
Two cups vegan cherry pie filling
INGREDIENT NOTES:
VEGAN CREAM CHEESE:
- This is the basic component that makes the rich cheesecake taste. It includes a creamy texture and a smooth base to the fluff. You may use blended silken tofu, thick coconut yogurt, or cashew cream as another choice.
VEGAN WHIPPED TOPPING:
- It makes the dessert light and fluffy. Using it gives airiness to avoid a dense texture. You may use whipped coconut cream as an alternative.
VEGAN GRAHAM CRACKERS:
- Crushed vegan graham crackers include the taste of a cheesecake crust. They include a little crunch as a garnish. You may use chopped nuts as another idea.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- It makes your dessert taste more complex and includes warmth. Vanilla extract improves the cheesecake taste and gives depth as well. You may use a small amount of vanilla powder as per your preference.
CHERRY PIE FILLING:
- Cherry pie filling includes sweetness and moisture in the recipe. Use strawberry topping as an alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted vegan butter in a medium mixing bowl to coat all the crumbs.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened vegan cream cheese to make a smooth mixture.
- Include powdered sugar and vanilla extract & beat to make a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- Gently fold vegan whipped topping into it.
- Then spread half of the crumbled mixture in the bottom of the dish and include the cheesecake fluff mixture on top.
- Add cherry pie filling to the cheesecake layer and sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture on the cherry mixture.
- Lastly, cover the dish and chill for 120 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRUITS:
- Strawberry Slices
- Fresh Cherries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Mixed Berry Salad
- Pineapple Chunks
- Mandarin Oranges
COOKIES:
- Vegan Shortbread Cookies
- Vanilla Wafer Cookies
- Almond Cookies
- Oatmeal Cookies
- Sugar Cookies
- Coconut Cookies
BRUNCH:
- Vegan Pancakes
- Belgian Waffles
- French Toast
- Cinnamon Rolls
- Fruit Scones
- Banana Bread
CHOCOLATE:
- Vegan Brownies
- Chocolate Truffles
- Choco Chip Cookies
- Chocolate Cake
- Fudge Squares
- Chocolate Bark
DRINKS:
Iced Coffee
- Cold Brew Coffee
- Vanilla Latte
- Almond Milk Latte
- Cherry Smoothie
- Berry Iced Tea
- Sparkling Lemonade
- Hot Tea
HOLIDAYS:
- Apple Crisp
- Pumpkin Pie
- Pecan Pie Bars
- Cranberry Crumble
- Pear Tart
- Sweet Potato Pie
DESSERTS:
- Fruit Salad
- Chia Pudding
- Coconut Yogurt
- Berry Parfait
- Baked Apples
- Poached Pears
TIPS:
- Use softened vegan cream cheese to get the smoothest texture.
- For best taste, chill the fluff before serving.
- Gently fold the whipped topping so your dessert remains fluffy.
- For freshness, garnish before use.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the fluff in the vessel and keep for four days.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze this dessert for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?
- It is good to store it one day before use.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
- Skip graham crackers to make gluten-free fluff.
Can I use homemade cherry topping?
- Yes, it will pair perfectly with the fluff.
How can I make it sweeter?
- Include maple syrup to make the fluff sweeter according to your choice.
Is my fluff completely vegan?
- Yes, all the components in this dessert are vegan.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 28 grams
Iron: 1.5 g
Total Carbs: 31 grams
Vitamin A: 650 IU
Calories: 320 kcal
Fiber: 3 g
Calcium: 110 milligrams
Protein: 4 g
Sodium: 240 milligrams
Potassium: 170 mg
