Why are people obsessed with “a cherry on top?” Seems strange to me since I always hated cherries. But now I know what it means! After trying this recipe, I see that cherries do not have to be the star of the show, but just that finishing touch that adds the perfect amount of flavor and sweetness. You know what is the only other acceptable way I will eat a cherry? Covered in chocolate. Yeah, that is the best way to enjoy it.
Check out what our friends over at Lemon Tree Dwelling have to say about this:
“This Cherry Cheesecake Lush Dessert combines all the flavors of cherry cheesecake with the creaminess of lush! The perfect dessert for the holidays and all year round!”
I so agree, whether you are making this for the holidays, or any other occasion, you cannot go wrong. This is easy, and so full of flavor, not to mention, very pretty. You are going to love it!
Ingredients
1 c. Nilla wafer crumbs
1 c. finely chopped pecans
1 c. Land O’ Lakes butter, melted
8 oz. Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
1 c. Domino powdered sugar
16 oz. whipped topping, divided
2 small boxes Jell-O cheesecake flavored pudding
3 c. milk
1 can Lucky Leaf Cherry Pie Filling
½ c. chopped pecans
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, finely chopped pecans, and melted butter.
Press into a 9×13 inch baking pan; bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1½ c. whipped topping.
Mix until smooth; spread evenly over cooled crust.
Combine cheesecake pudding mix, milk, and 1½ c. whipped topping and mix until smooth.
Spread evenly over cream cheese layer in pan.
Top with 1 can Lucky Leaf Cherry Pie Filling, remaining whipped topping, and ½ c. chopped pecans.
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Quick Tip: Add any chopped nuts you’d like…I personally love almonds in this.
Thanks again to Lemon Tree Dwelling for this amazing recipe.
I am from Canada. We don’t have cheesecake flavoured pudding. What can I use for a substitute?