No-Bake Cranberry Yum Yum: Easy Southern Holiday Dessert
Indulge in creamy, tangy No-Bake Cranberry Yum Yum, a festive Southern dessert with whipped cream layers and whole berry filling.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Fluffy Whipped Cream Layers:
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract, divided
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Filling & Topping:
- 1 (14 oz.) can whole berry cranberry sauce
- 3 tbsp chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Mix with a fork until evenly moistened.
- Reserve 1 tablespoon of crumbs for topping.
- Press remaining crumbs into the bottom of a 9x9-inch pan lightly greased with non-stick spray.
2. Make the Cream Cheese Mixture
- Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and ½ teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with granulated sugar and remaining vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
3. Assemble the Layers
- Spread slightly less than half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
- Stir cranberry sauce slightly to loosen whole berries and drop spoonfuls over the cream layer. Gently spread to cover evenly.
- Top cranberry layer with remaining cream mixture, smoothing it evenly.
- Mix reserved graham cracker crumbs with chopped pecans and sprinkle on top.
4. Chill and Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight for best results.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Great for Thanksgiving and Christmas tables.
- Can easily double for larger gatherings.
- Perfectly customizable with seasonal fruits and toppings.