No Bake Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 24 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 21 ounces cherry pie filling (1 can)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Prepare The Crust: ---

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.

3. 3

   Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to press the crust evenly. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.

4. 4

   --- Prepare The Cheesecake Filling: ---

5. 5

   In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined and smooth.

6. 6

   In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined and smooth.

7. 7

   --- Assemble The Cheesecake: ---

8. 8

   Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and spread it out evenly with a spatula. Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set. Once the cheesecake is set, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the cheesecake.

9. 9

   --- Serve: ---

10. 10

    Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Slice and serve chilled.