I am 120% sure that this is what my food dreams are made of. Like most desserts in my life, this roundup starts and ends with the fruit. That velvety rich, vibrant, sweet cherry flavor with hints of tartness and a decent kick of pure summer joy.
It’s just barely jammy enough to be like a sweet dessert gravy but still firm enough to hold its own in a pie.
Now, the actual desserts, right? Think about that glorious cherry goodness blanketing comforting bites of cake or swirled into creamy cheesecake.
1. Cherry Cobbler
Oh my good gravy. Sweet cherry pie filling hiding out under a buttery biscuit topping. This cherry cobbler is just so good. It’s a total flavor bomb on its own, but you absolutely have to serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
The hot and cold thing going on? It’s a total game-changer. You know how cobblers got their name? The crust bakes up looking like a cobblestone street. Fun, right?
2. Rustic Cherry Galette
Ready to get wild? You need this rustic cherry galette in your life. It’s a lot like its cousin, the cherry pie, with a rich buttery crust and that sweet cherry filling we all love.
But here’s the secret. It’s so much easier to pull together! You have to top it with some vanilla ice cream for a truly mind-blowing treat.
3. Easy Cherry Dump Cake
You love desserts and cherries but you’re short on time? This easy cherry dump cake is calling your name. It’s unbelievably simple to whip up. I mean, the name says it all!
You just dump everything into a pan and let the oven work its magic. The result? A totally phenomenal, moist, and tender cake that’s packed with sweet pineapples and cherries.
Serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is non-negotiable for the ultimate comfort food experience.
4. Chocolate Cherry Cookies
I have some truths to tell you today. These chocolate cherry cookies are impossible to resist! They’re super soft little bites with a sweet maraschino cherry right in the center.
And that luscious chocolate fudge sauce on top just ties it all together. Just look at them! They’re so stunning, but trust me, no one will hesitate to devour these beauties.
5. Chocolate Cherry Brownies
Cherries and chocolate are a dream team, and these chocolate cherry brownies are proof. You guys? These brownies are EVERYTHING. They’re unbelievably soft, rich, fudgy, and just completely irresistible.
Plus, you get those crispy tops and edges that add such an amazing textural contrast. I’m telling you, one bite and you will be hooked. And they’re so easy to make! You only need one bowl.
They’re also made without butter, flour, or sugar, but they taste so sinful, you won’t even notice.
6. Mini Cherry Cheesecake
They might be tiny, but they pack some serious flavor. These mini cherry cheesecakes are dangerously good! This recipe makes four dozen, but don’t let that fool you.
You might think it’s a lot, but they will disappear fast. They have everything you could ever want in a cheesecake. Unbelievably creamy with a rich and buttery crust.
And the topping? Sweet and juicy cherry preserves! So much yes.
7. Cherry Fudge
This very cherry fudge is about to blow you away! The recipe itself is super simple. It’s so easy you only need two ingredients! But the flavor? WOW.
I wouldn’t be surprised if you eat one piece right after another. It’s a total flavor bomb. Plus, it’s a breeze to make. Just mix up some cherry frosting and white chocolate chips and that’s it, you’re done.
8. Maraschino Cherry Cupcakes
These cherry cupcakes are a must-make! Maraschino cherries bring amazing cherry and almond flavors to both the cupcake and the frosting. One bite will transport you straight to the tropics.
And can we talk about that color? It’s absolutely stunning. Serve these at your next get together and they will be a total showstopper.
9. Cherry Scones
Feeling a fancy English breakfast vibe? These cherry scones are so worth getting out of bed for. Okay, maybe they aren’t exactly from England, but they are just as amazing.
They’re soft like cake and bursting with cherries, making them super satisfying. Have them with your coffee for a perfect morning situation.
10. Almond Cherry Muffins
Got a muffin craving? These will hit the spot. These super moist and fluffy muffins have a luscious cherry pie filling in the center.
Plus, a little bit of almond extract takes them to a whole new level of awesome. It’s the breakfast of champions!
11. Black Forest Cake
With this decadent black forest cake, my self control is just gone. It’s the kind of cake you just can’t have one slice of. Your brain might say stop, but your taste buds will definitely disagree.
I mean, how can you say no to this ridiculously moist and tender chocolate cake? Chocolate cake is already a win, but the cherry filling makes it a total knockout. Then there’s that fluffy whipped cream to top it all off.
Fun fact. Black forest cake is German and it’s called Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte. It has layers of chocolate cake, cherries with syrup, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings.
This recipe is a little different from the German version, but it’s still spectacular. Instead of fresh cherries, it uses a cherry pie filling, which is a pretty fantastic swap.
12. Cherry Cheesecake Angel Food Cake Roll
This cherry cheesecake angel food cake roll brings together all your favorite desserts into one amazing treat! You really get the best of all worlds here.
It’s a light and airy angel food cake with cream cheese and cherry pie fillings, all rolled up into one scrumptious package. It’s a total masterpiece!
It’s also so easy to make. No need to be a baking pro for this one! With a few simple tips, you’ll nail this recipe.
13. Cherry Pie
Ahh, the classic cherry dessert. This cherry pie is pure happiness in a dish. If you need an easy recipe that would make your grandma proud, this is it!
This pie has a buttery crust and a sweet filling that’s made even more amazing with vanilla and almond extract. It tastes just like home. And it’s a breeze to make! Just mix, pour, and bake!
You don’t even have to wait for cherry season for this comforting pie. Just grab some frozen cherries and you are good to go.
14. Cherry Bars
These cherry bars have all the amazing flavor of a cherry pie, but they are ten times easier to make. This dessert is perfect for when you’re too busy to make a whole pie from scratch.
You get a buttery crust, a sweet cherry pie filling, and a sweet sugar glaze. The flavor is totally spot on.
15. Cherry Ice Cream
Looking for a refreshing treat to cool you down on a hot summer day? Your search is over. This cherry ice cream is the one. It’s super creamy, wonderfully sweet, and has a mild tang.
Plus, it’s so easy to make! You just need a few ingredients to whip up this amazing ice cream. You don’t even need an ice cream maker! Just purée the ingredients and you’ll have a soft-serve style ice cream.
You can eat it by itself or swirl in some chocolate syrup. Either way, you are in for a good time.
16. Cherry Clafoutis
Never had cherry clafoutis? Well, it’s time to change that. A clafoutis, which you say like kla-foo-tee, is a French dessert made with a custard-like batter and a ton of fruit, usually cherries.
It gets a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of cream to finish it off. It’s wonderfully sweet and loaded with fruit!
Since it has a lot of eggs and tastes a bit like pancakes, this cherry clafoutis is perfect for breakfast! But honestly, you can enjoy it any time of day.
17. Cherry Chocolate Loaf
Don’t let the name fool you. This cherry chocolate loaf is nothing like bread. Instead, it’s a ridiculously moist cake that is so tender it practically melts in your mouth. And the flavor? YUM.
The cherry and chocolate combination here is mind-blowing. It is such a stunning dessert! The coffee in the recipe enhances the flavor even more.
And you can enjoy this even when it’s not cherry season. Whether you use fresh or frozen cherries, this treat will still be totally terrific.
18. Cherry Strudel
Five ingredients and forty minutes. That’s all you need to make this lip-smacking cherry strudel! It has warm and sweet cherry pie filling tucked inside a puff pastry that’s baked until golden brown.
So simple, but the flavors are so on point. Not to mention, it smells absolutely heavenly while it’s baking!
19. Black Forest Pavlova
This black forest pavlova is a definite showstopper! It has all the goodness of a black forest cake, but in pavlova form! That means you get all that amazing flavor, plus a meringue crunch!
And wow, does it look gorgeous. Those layers of meringue, chocolate cream, and cherries are just breathtaking.
20. Cherry Frozen Yogurt
Five ingredients and six minutes. This is the easiest froyo you will ever make. And it is so, so good.
How could it not be? It’s yogurt and cherries flavored with lemon and honey! It is mildly sweet, tangy, and perfectly refreshing.
21. Chocolate Dipped Cherry Meringues
Light and airy cherry flavored meringues dipped in chocolate. This dessert is simple, but also so elegant.
The flavor is great, but what makes these meringues extra special is their crisp and chewy texture. Plus, that baby pink color is totally Insta-worthy. Be still my pastel loving heart.
22. Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies
Crisp, soft, sweet, and buttery. These cherry almond shortbread cookies are a certified crowd pleaser. I mean, what’s not to love?
First off, the flavor combination of cherry and almond is a must-try. And then you have that melt in your mouth texture. Ahh. I could eat these cookies all day long!
Plus, these cookies have a beautiful pinkish color, making them a perfect Valentine’s Day treat.
23. Chocolate Cherry Brownie Parfaits
Layers of fudgy brownie, cherry pie filling, cream cheese whipped cream, and a cherry on top. These chocolate cherry brownie parfaits are so good, they will blow your mind.
Just look at how pretty they are in those glasses! A total head turner. Plus, they’re so easy to put together, anyone can make them!
24. Cherry Danish
This cherry danish might be homemade, but it’s so good it tastes like it came from a fancy café. This pastry is wonderfully tender, and the cherry filling is just right.
The sweet glaze drizzled on top pulls it all together perfectly, too!
