Easiest No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
A rich, creamy no-bake cheesecake layered with tangy lemon and sweet cherry topping. Perfect for cooling off without heating the kitchen, this fuss-free dessert is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Make the filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, then mix in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Spread filling over crust, cover, and refrigerate for 4+ hours.
- Add cherry topping and serve: Spread cherry pie filling over chilled cheesecake. Slice into 8 portions.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing
Cherry pie filling can be substituted with fresh cherries
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days
Cherry pie filling can be substituted with fresh cherries
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days