Description
A layered, no-bake dessert combining creamy cheesecake with sweet-tart cherry topping on a buttery graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar (or 3/4 cup monk fruit sweetener)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling (or 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted and cooked with 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons cornstarch)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 8 oz whipped topping (or 2 cups homemade whipped cream)
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs for garnish
- Fresh cherries for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust by combining graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl, then pressing into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Create the Cheesecake Layer by beating softened cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding powdered sugar and vanilla, then folding in whipped cream.
- Apply the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled graham cracker crust.
- Add the cherry layer by gently spooning cherry pie filling over the cheesecake, spreading evenly.
- Top with whipped topping or homemade whipped cream, using a piping bag for decorations if desired.
- Garnish and set by sprinkling graham cracker crumbs around the edges and placing fresh cherries on top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Slice and serve, dipping a knife in hot water for clean cuts.
Notes
For best flavor, chill overnight. Can substitute ingredients for healthier alternatives as noted in the recipe.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Cherry Cheesecake, No-Bake Dessert, Cheesecake Lush