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Cherry Cheesecake Lush Dessert
Catherine

Cherry Cheesecake Lush

This Cherry Cheesecake Lush is a creamy, dreamy, layered dessert featuring a buttery crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and a luscious cherry topping. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or any sweet craving!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

🥮 For the crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
🧀 For the cheesecake layer:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups whipped topping or heavy cream, whipped
🍒 For the cherry layer:
  • 1 can 21 ounces cherry pie filling
🍶 For the whipped topping layer:
  • 1 ½ cups whipped topping

Method
 

  1. 🥮 Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  2. 🧀 Make the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping until fully combined. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
  3. 🍒 Add the cherry layer: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  4. 🍶 Top with whipped cream: Spread the remaining whipped topping over the cherry layer for the final lush layer.
  5. ❄️ Chill and serve: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set. Slice into squares and serve!

Notes

  • Swap the cherry pie filling with blueberry, strawberry, or mixed berry for variety.
  • Add chopped nuts or chocolate shavings on top for extra texture.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.