Description

This No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Lush Dessert is a dreamy, layered treat that combines a buttery graham cracker crust, a light and fluffy cream cheese layer, sweet cherry pie filling, and whipped topping. It’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or when you need a quick and impressive dessert—no oven required!

Ingredients

Scale

Crust Layer:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Cream Cheese Layer:

8 oz (1 package) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

Cherry Layer:

1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling

Topping:

1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, for top layer
Optional: extra graham cracker crumbs or white chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to set while preparing the next layer.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Layer

In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Fold in 1 tub (8 oz) of whipped topping until well combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.

Step 3: Add the Cherry Layer

Gently spread the cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer. Try not to mix the layers.

Step 4: Final Whipped Topping Layer

Top everything with the second tub of whipped topping, spreading it to the edges to seal.
Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or white chocolate if desired.

Step 5: Chill & Serve

Cover the dessert with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Make Ahead Friendly: This dessert gets better as it chills. Overnight chilling helps the layers firm up beautifully.
Crust Variations: Substitute graham crackers with crushed vanilla wafers, Oreos (no filling), or digestive biscuits.
Filling Flavor Twist: You can use blueberry, strawberry, or peach pie filling for a different flavor.
Homemade Whipped Cream: If preferred, you can replace store-bought whipped topping with homemade whipped cream (about 3 cups).
Storage: Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.