14 Cherry Desserts and Dishes That Bring Big Flavor in Every Bite

Whether you love cherries for their bright sweetness or their bold tart bite, these easy recipes show off the fruit in the most delicious ways. You will find no bake treats, frozen desserts, cozy baked favorites, and even a few savory surprises. Each recipe is simple to follow and packed with cherry flavor that works for parties, weeknight snacks, or holiday meals. No matter what you are craving, there is a cherry recipe here that feels fun, fresh, and satisfying.

Cherry Cheesecake Icebox Cake

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This cool and creamy icebox cake layers graham crackers, cherry pie filling, and a smooth cheesecake mixture. It is refreshing, indulgent, and perfect for warm days since it requires no baking.
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Cherry Cheesecake Muffins

A close-up of two stacked pastries, with the top one bitten to reveal a creamy cheese and red fruit filling, dusted with powdered sugar. — Cherry Cheesecake Muffins . Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

Flaky crescent dough wraps around cherry pie filling and a creamy cheesecake center. These muffins make a sweet breakfast or snack with plenty of fruity flavor.
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Cherry Cake

Cherry Cake is an easy, old-fashioned recipe that everyone adores! Moist cake is topped with cherry pie filling and a sweet vanilla glaze.
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Cherry Cheesecake Bars

These cherry cheesecake bars are a delicious creamy cheesecake bar, with a graham cracker crust, and topped with cherry pie filling.
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Cherry Cheescake Pizza

NYC’s favorites combined for the best dessert pizza! A smooth cheesecake filling, covered with cherries in a thick, sweet syrup, makes a perfect handheld dessert for your next party. Each bite of Cherry Cheesecake Pizza melts in your mouth.
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Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

Healthy cookie dough bars stacked high on parchment paper. — Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These no bake bars combine soft cookie dough with juicy cherries and chocolate chips. They are easy to prepare and deliver a perfect mix of fruity and chocolatey goodness.
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Cherry Chocolate Chip Frozen Yogurt

A white bowl with three scoops of cherry ice cream containing chocolate chips, set on a blue cloth with cherries around it. — Cherry Chocolate Chip Frozen Yogurt. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Roasted cherries add big flavor to this homemade frozen yogurt. You do not need an ice cream maker to enjoy this cool, chocolate chip filled treat.
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Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake

A close-up of a slice of cake with whipped cream, chocolate chips, a maraschino cherry on top, and visible fruit pieces inside. — Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake. Photo credit: Little Frugal Homestead.

Chocolate cake, cherry filling, and sweet topping come together in this easy poke cake. It is simple, tasty, and great for celebrations.
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Chocolate Covered Cherries – Cherry Cordials

Chocolate truffles decorated with green holly leaf and red berry icing, one truffle bitten to reveal a red jelly and white cream filling, arranged on a festive plate. — Chocolate Covered Cherries – Cherry Cordials. Photo credit: xoxo Bella .

These homemade cherry cordials feature maraschino cherries wrapped in a creamy center and dipped in dark chocolate. They make a festive and delicious holiday treat.
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Creamy Cherry Mango Popsicles

These bright popsicles mix cherries, mango, coconut milk, and lime for a cool and refreshing frozen treat. They are naturally plant based and easy to make.
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Easy Cherry Cream Cheese Puff Pastries

Close-up of a golden-brown pastry filled with creamy filling and cherry topping, garnished with crumbs, with the top partially removed to show the inside. — Easy Cherry Cream Cheese Puff Pastries. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella .

These puff pastries use pre made shells, cream cheese, and cherry pie filling for a quick and delicious single serve dessert.
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German Cherry Crumb Cake

A plate of crumb-topped cake squares with visible blueberries inside each piece. — German Cherry Crumb Cake. Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

This crumb cake features juicy cherries baked under a soft cake and buttery crumb topping. It is a classic treat that pairs well with coffee or tea.
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Gluten free cherry cobbler

side view of slice of cherry cobbler with ice cream. — Gluten free cherry cobbler. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

This gluten free cobbler has a juicy cherry filling covered with a golden, buttery crumb topping. It is a lovely dessert that captures the taste of summer.
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Gluten-Free Mini Cherry Pies

These mini pies are filled with sweet cherries and baked into individual portions that kids and adults both love. They are fun to make and easy to serve.
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