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Vanilla Crescent Cherry Dessert (Vanillekipferl Kirsch Dessert)

Vanilla Crescent Cherry Dessert (Vanillekipferl Kirsch Dessert)

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: German-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful combination of buttery vanilla crescent cookies, luscious cherry compote, and creamy layers of whipped goodness. This no-bake dessert is a perfect festive treat for the holiday season, blending the nostalgic flavors of traditional Vanillekipferl with a fruity and creamy twist. It’s easy to assemble and impressive to serve in glasses or bowls.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 810 Vanillekipferl (vanilla crescent cookies), crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry compote or canned cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mascarpone or cream cheese
  • Optional: Fresh cherries or mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the mascarpone until smooth and creamy.
  2. Layer the dessert: In serving glasses or bowls, start with a layer of crumbled Vanillekipferl cookies. Add a layer of the mascarpone cream, followed by a layer of cherry compote. Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a cream layer.
  3. Garnish: Top with extra cookie crumbs, a dollop of cherry compote, and a fresh cherry or mint leaf for decoration.
  4. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • For an extra crunch, toast the crumbled Vanillekipferl briefly in a pan.
  • Substitute mascarpone with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • You can make your own cherry compote by simmering fresh or frozen cherries with sugar and a splash of lemon juice.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 dessert
  • Calories: ~250
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 70 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg