No-Bake Cherry Lush (Print Version)
A chilled dessert with creamy layers, cookie crust, and vibrant cherry topping, ready in hours without baking.
# Ingredients:
Crust
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1 package (12 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
Pudding Layer
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1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
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2 cups cold milk
Toppings
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1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
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1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form a firm crust.
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Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Gently fold in half of the whipped heavy cream until fully incorporated.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared crust.
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Whisk instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk in another bowl. Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
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Spread the thickened pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
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Evenly spread the cherry pie filling over the pudding layer.
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Spread the remaining whipped heavy cream over the cherry layer.
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Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the whipped cream if desired.
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Refrigerate the assembled dish for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
For best results, use cream cheese at room temperature to ensure smooth mixing without lumps.