Name: No Bake Cherry Cheesecake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 10 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Graham crackers; 8 ounces Cream cheese; 1 cup Milk; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3.4 ounces Vanilla pudding; 8 ounces Whipped Topping; 21 ounces Cherry pie filling

No Bake Cherry Cheesecake is perfect and everyone will love it, even if you’re new to baking. The graham cracker crust and cherry pie filling go beautifully with the light and fluffy cream cheese filling. My family loves this traditional dessert. If you’re a fan of cheesecake like I am, you’re going to love this perfect recipe. Trust me, I love a good bake cheesecake recipe, but when I came across this no-bake one, it was a game changer.

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8 h 10 m

American

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No Bake Cherry Cheesecake

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Instructions

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Instructions

Line the bottom of a 9×13 dish with a layer of graham crackers.

In a large bowl using a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese, milk, and lemon juice until smooth.

Stir in pudding mix then fold in cool whip.

Spread ½ of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers.

Place another layer of graham crackers on top.

Spread remaining cheesecake mix over crackers and top with cherry pie filling.

Refrigerate overnight.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Soften Cream Cheese Properly 🧈
Leave cream cheese at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly with the pudding and whipped topping.
Butter Your Graham Cracker Crust 🍯
Mix melted butter with crushed graham crackers in a 1:4 ratio and press firmly into the pan, then refrigerate for 15 minutes before adding filling to create a sturdy, non-crumbly crust.
Fold, Don't Stir the Whipped Topping 🌫️
Use a rubber spatula to gently fold whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture in figure-eight motions to maintain airiness and achieve the signature fluffy texture that makes this dessert light and elegant.
Balance Tartness with Lemon Juice 🍋
Add lemon juice in increments (start with 1 tablespoon per 8 oz cream cheese) and taste as you go to complement the cherry filling's sweetness without overpowering the delicate cream cheese flavor.
Chill Adequately for Best Results ❄️
Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow layers to set firmly and flavors to meld together for optimal taste and presentation.