Easy Cherry Cheesecake Lush
This creamy no bake dessert layers a buttery graham cracker crust with sweet cheesecake pudding and juicy cherries.
recipesbynani.comIf your family loves a good dessert that comes together without turning on the oven, this cherry cheesecake lush is about to become a staple in your kitchen. It is rich, fruity, and brings together all the best flavors of a classic cheesecake in a simple, crowd pleasing format.
I love keeping this recipe in my back pocket for parties because you can make it ahead of time. In fact, it tastes even better after it has had plenty of time to set in the fridge. It is always the first dish to disappear from the table whenever I serve it.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup melted salted butter
- 2 boxes (3.9 ounces each) instant cheesecake pudding mix
- 3 cups cold whole milk
- 1 2/3 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture looks like damp sand.
- 2
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk the cheesecake pudding mix and milk together for about 2 minutes until the mixture is thick and smooth.
- 4
Spread the cheesecake pudding layer evenly over your chilled crust.
- 5
Spoon the cherry pie filling carefully over the pudding layer and spread it out gently.
- 6
Finish by spreading the whipped topping over the cherry layer.
- 7
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 3 to 4 hours before serving so the layers set properly.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to 3 days. For a little extra flair, sprinkle some crushed graham crackers or toasted almonds over the top right before you serve it.
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