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NO-BAKE CHERRY CHEESECAKE LUSH

A creamy no-bake layered cherry cheesecake dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, light cheesecake filling, vanilla pudding layer and cherry pie topping. Easy to assemble and chill — perfect for potlucks and holidays.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened about 2 (8 oz) packages
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix one 3.4 oz package
  • 2 cup cold milk for pudding
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling one can
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) for topping or layer

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium bowl combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
  • Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form the crust. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
  • In a large bowl beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until creamy and well combined.
  • Fold half of the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy. Spread the cream cheese layer evenly over the chilled crust.
  • In another bowl whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix into cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Spread the pudding layer over the cream cheese layer.
  • Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer. Gently spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the top. Sprinkle chopped nuts if using.
  • Cover the dish and chill in the refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight to set before slicing.
  • Slice into 12 pieces and serve chilled. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

Make ahead and chill overnight for best slicing. For a thinner crust, reduce the graham crumbs to 1 cup. Substitute blueberry or strawberry pie filling if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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