Description
Cherry Lasagna Lush is a no-bake layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, luscious cherry pie topping, and silky vanilla pudding. Perfect for gatherings, this easy-to-make treat is a crowd-pleaser with customizable options to suit every taste.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)
For the Cherry Layer:
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
For the Pudding Layer:
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs (for garnish)
- Fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a medium bowl.
- Press firmly into a 9×13-inch dish. Chill.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in whipped topping, then spread over the crust.
- Add the Cherry Layer:
- Evenly spread cherry pie filling over the cream cheese layer.
- Make the Pudding Layer:
- Whisk cold milk and pudding mix until thickened.
- Fold in whipped topping, then layer over the cherries.
- Add the Final Topping:
- Spread whipped topping over pudding, sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs, and garnish with cherries.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Swap cherry filling with other fruits for variety.
- Use gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free version.
- Stabilize fresh whipped cream if substituting for whipped topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
