Delicious Cherry Delight with a Crunchy Walnut Crust

Indulge in the heavenly combination of tart cherries and a crunchy walnut crust with this delightful recipe. The sweet and tangy cherry filling perfectly complements the buttery and nutty flavor of the crust. This easy-to-make dessert is a crowd-pleaser and can be enjoyed on any occasion. Prepare to impress your guests with this delectable cherry delight!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, chopped walnuts, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
4. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely.
5. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cooled crust.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
7. Pour the cream mixture over the cherry pie filling, spreading it out evenly.
8. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
9. Once chilled and set, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!

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