By Griselda M., last updated on November 29, 2021
Looking for the amazing cherry cheesecake with dream whip? Here we have it! It’s really easy to make and I am pretty sure you and your loved ones will die for it once you try it out.
And yes, I also will give you some interesting information about Dream Whip such as tips and tricks, step-by-step directions, and of course our secret cherry cheesecake recipe from grandma. Don’t leave without trying it!
What Is Dream Whip?
Dream Whip is owned by Kraft. Released to the market in 1957
Is a fantastic whip cream that we can prepare ourselves at home. It comes in a little box as a powder that doesn’t contain any dairy ingredients.
This wonderful product has saved my life many times. It takes only 4 minutes to make it! Plus, it has 2 packets of product in a small box or 4 in the large box. Each envelope makes 2 cups of dream whip topping.
Heavy Whipping Cream vs Dream Whip
There are many differences between these two. Here is a list of them so you can compare.
Heavy Whipping Cream
- Has more fat than the dream whip.
- Its butterfat content ranges between 36 and 40%.
- It’s extremely rich and thick when whipped.
- When whipped, it doubles its size.
- The easiest to whip.
- It should be refrigerated to prevent it from spoiling.
Dream Whip
- It’s labeled lactose-free. Though, it contains whey and sodium caseinate, which comes from milk.
- Can be stored in a dry place. It doesn’t need to be refrigerated.
- Its shelf life is more stable than heavy whipping cream. It can last for years.
- Less fat than the heavy whipping cream.
- You can also store prepared Dream Whip covered in the fridge. This will last for a few days.
What Are The Ingredients In Dream Whip?
Dream whip is made of 14 different ingredients.
- Sugar
- Dextrose
- Coconut and palm kernel oils
- Modified cornstarch
- Emulsifier: propylene glycol monostearate
- Sodium caseinate -from milk-
- Less than 2% of cellulose gel
- Cellulose gum
- Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
- Natural and artificial flavors
- Other emulsifiers: acetylate mono and diglycerides
- Anticaking agent: sodium silicoaluminate
- Yellow 5
- Yellow 6
We know it seems like too many ingredients. However, thanks to this combination are that we have as a result a delicious whipping cream.
It is perfect to decorate any dessert that we want. A fabulous cherry cheesecake for example! Here you have my secret recipe. I hope you enjoy it!
Cherry Cheesecake With Dream Whip Recipe
For this dream whip cheesecake recipe, we are going to use morello cherries. But if you don’t find them, don’t worry, you can just use whatever canned cherries you find at the supermarket without a problem. Moreover, there are plenty of brands out there in the market, so pick your favorite one.
So here it is. The list of ingredients you’ll need and the step-by-step guide to make a beautiful and delicious cheesecake. The perfect dessert to share with anyone.
Ingredients to Make Your Crust
- 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup of melted butter
- 1/3 cup of sugar
- Cooking spray -butter flavored preferable-
Ingredients to Make Your Dream Whip Topping
- 1/2 cup of dream ship powder
- 125 ml of cold milk
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
Ingredients Needed for the Cheesecake Filling
- 375 g of cream cheese -at room temperature-
- 500 g of ricotta cheese -at room temperature-
- 4 tbsp of cold water
- 2 tbsp of cornflour
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar
- 4 medium-size eggs
- 1 1/2 cups of morello cherries
- zest and juice for 1 lemon
- powdered sugar and fresh cherries to decorate
Step-by-Step Directions for the Crust
Step #1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step #2: Mix and grease
Mix all of the ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Grease your springform pan with cooking spray. Then, press evenly across the bottom of your springform pan.
Step #3: Bake
Bake your crust for 8 or 10 minutes.
Step #4: Let it cool
Remove from the oven, set aside, and let it cool at room temperature while you continue with the next step guide.
Step-by-Step Directions for the Cheesecake
Step #1: Start mixing
In a cup, mix the water and the cornflour -you can also use cornstarch if you don’t have cornflour-. Give it a good mix until you get a nice lump-free paste. And once it’s mixed through, place it aside.
Step #2: Keep going
Next, into a mixing bowl, place your room temperature cream cheese and ricotta cheese. Mix these two for a few minutes until everything is well combined or nice and creamy. Then, add the sugar and mix for 2 minutes, until dissolved.
Then, add the eggs at low speed. Make sure you add the eggs one at a time. Let it mix through and add the lemon zest and juice. Finally, add the cornstarch mixture and mix for another minute.
Step #3: Prepare your cheesecake
First, pour half of the cheesecake cream onto your crust. Second, sprinkle the entire jar on top. Then, cover this up with the rest of the cheesecake mixture.
Step #4: Bake time!
Place your cheesecake into the preheated oven at 150 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit for one hour and 10 minutes.
Step #5: Let it cool
Remove from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Once is completely cooled, take it into the fridge for at least 3 hours.
Step-by-Step Directions for the Dream wWhip Topping
Step #1: Mix together
Mix the ingredients at low speed with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes. Then, at high speed for 6 minutes or until peaks form.
Step #2: Decorate your cheesecake
After having your cheesecake in the fridge for 3 hours, you can now decorate it with your dream whip, put some fresh cherries on top, and sprinkle with icing sugar.
Step #3: Slice and enjoy!
Slice your cheesecake and enjoy it.
Check out this video where you can learn how to make the perfect dream whip cream.
Final Words
You definitely have to make this cherry cheesecake. It’s very delicious and super easy to make. And with all those cherries mixed all the way through, this dream whip cheesecake tastes simply delish!
So if you’re a fan of cheesecake-like myself, you have to give this a go.
Good luck and let us know how it turns out!
Cherry Cheesecake With Dream Whip
Ingredients
Ingredients to Make Your Crust
- 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup of melted butter
- 1/3 cup of sugar
- Cooking spray -butter flavored preferable-
Ingredients to Make Your Dream Whip Topping
- 1/2 cup of dream ship powder
- 125 ml of cold milk
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
Ingredients Needed for the Cheesecake Filling
- 375 g of cream cheese -at room temperature-
- 500 g of ricotta cheese -at room temperature-
- 4 tbsp of cold water
- 2 tbsp of cornflour
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar
- 4 medium-size eggs
- 1 1/2 cups of morello cherries
- zest and juice for 1 lemon
- powdered sugar and fresh cherries to decorate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Mix all of the ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Grease your springform pan with cooking spray. Then, press evenly across the bottom of your springform pan.
- Bake your crust for 8 or 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, set aside, and let it cool at room temperature while you continue with the next step guide.
Step-by-Step Directions for the Cheesecake
- In a cup, mix the water and the cornflour -you can also use cornstarch if you don't have cornflour-. Give it a good mix until you get a nice lump-free paste. And once it's mixed through, place it aside.
- Next, into a mixing bowl, place your room temperature cream cheese and ricotta cheese. Mix these two for a few minutes until everything is well combined or nice and creamy. Then, add the sugar and mix for 2 minutes, until dissolved.
- Then, add the eggs at low speed. Make sure you add the eggs one at a time. Let it mix through and add the lemon zest and juice. Finally, add the cornstarch mixture and mix for another minute.
- First, pour half of the cheesecake cream onto your crust. Second, sprinkle the entire jar on top. Then, cover this up with the rest of the cheesecake mixture.
- Place your cheesecake into the preheated oven at 150 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit for one hour and 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Once is completely cooled, take it into the fridge for at least 3 hours.
Step-by-Step Directions for the Dream wWhip Topping
- Mix the ingredients at low speed with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes. Then, at high speed for 6 minutes or until peaks form.
- After having your cheesecake in the fridge for 3 hours, you can now decorate it with your dream whip, put some fresh cherries on top, and sprinkle with icing sugar.
- Slice your cheesecake and enjoy it.
- Check out this video where you can learn how to make the perfect dream whip cream.
Griselda is an experienced pastry chef and baker with a passion for creating delicious desserts. She has been cooking and baking for over ten years and loves the creative process of creating something special for her friends, family, and customers. Griselda has a special talent for creating beautiful and tasty desserts like cakes, pies, and cookies. She is experienced in a variety of baking techniques and loves to experiment with new flavors and textures. When Griselda isn‘t in the kitchen, she loves to spend time with her friends, family, and her two cats.