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
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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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!

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