Cherry Cheesecake Lush
Indulge in the delightful combination of cherries, cream cheese, and a buttery crust with this heavenly dessert. Cherry Cheesecake Lush is a crowd-pleaser that combines the rich flavors of cheesecake with the fruity goodness of cherry pie filling. In this article, we’ll explore the ingredients required and provide a step-by-step guide to create this delectable treat.
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Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Golden oreos, crushed in processor | 1-14 ounce package |
Butter, salted and melted | ⅓ cup |
Cream cheese, softened to room temp | 8 ounces |
White sugar | ¾ cup |
Frozen whipped topping, thawed | 16 ounces |
Cheesecake flavored instant pudding mix | 2 small boxes |
Whole milk | 3 cups |
Cherry pie filling | 2 large cans |
Chopped pecans or chopped walnuts | 1 cup |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Butter the inside of a 9×13 baking dish.
- Crush the golden oreos in a processor until small crumbs form.
- Add the melted butter to the crumbs and pulse until combined.
- Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of the baking dish to form an even layer.
- Place the crust in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and 1 cup of whipped topping until smooth.
- Spread this cream cheese mixture over the chilled cookie crust and return to the freezer for another 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Pudding Layer:
- In another bowl, combine the instant pudding mix, milk, and ½ cup of whipped topping.
- Whisk until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Spread the pudding over the chilled cream cheese layer and smooth evenly.
- Chill for 30 minutes or until the pudding is set.
- Add the Cherry Filling and Topping:
- After 30 minutes, carefully pour the cherry pie filling over the pudding layer to avoid mixing the layers.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the dessert.
- Top with chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Chill and Serve:
- Chill the Cherry Cheesecake Lush for 1 to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Slice and enjoy this delightful dessert with friends and family!