No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
This No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake is a creamy, chilled dessert made with cream cheese, whipped topping, lemon juice, powdered sugar, a graham cracker crust, and cherry pie filling.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 12 oz whipped topping
- 1/4 c lemon juice
- 1 c powdered sugar
- 1 prepared 8-inch graham cracker pie crust
- 1 can 21 oz cherry pie filling chilled
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and whipped topping. Beat until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add the lemon juice and powdered sugar to the bowl. Continue mixing until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Spread the mixture evenly across the crust using a spatula.
- Transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until the filling is firm. For best results, chill overnight.
- Once the cheesecake has fully chilled, spoon the chilled cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten free, use a certified gluten-free graham cracker crust or prepare a homemade crust using gluten-free graham-style crumbs. Also confirm that the cherry pie filling, powdered sugar, and whipped topping are labeled gluten free, since ingredients and manufacturing practices can vary by brand. Always check packaging carefully if serving this dessert to someone with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.