No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake (Printer-Friendly)

Fluffy cherry cheesecake with cream cheese and whipped topping in a graham cracker crust. Quick and delicious dessert option.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 prepared graham cracker crust, 9 ounces

→ Filling

02 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed

→ Topping

05 - 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together in a mixing bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as needed.
02 - Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully blended, taking care to maintain a light and airy texture.
03 - Spread the cheesecake filling evenly into the prepared graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
04 - Top the cheesecake filling with the canned cherry pie filling, either spreading it over the entire surface or spooning onto individual slices when serving.
05 - Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for several hours to firm up the filling and allow flavors to meld before serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for up to two hours to ensure a smooth filling.
02 - Chilling the dessert helps set the filling for easier slicing and a firmer texture.