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Delicious Cherry Pecan Cheesecake Lush dessert with cherry topping and pecans

Cherry Pecan Cheesecake Lush

A delicious dessert with layers of creamy cheesecake, tart cherries, and a crunchy pecan crust. Perfect for gatherings and visually appealing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers You can use either for the crust.
  • 0.75 cups finely chopped pecans Pecans should be lightly toasted.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Butter should be melted.
For the cheesecake layer
  • 1 package cream cheese Ensure it is at room temperature.
  • 0.5 cups sugar Granulated sugar.
  • 1 can cherry pie filling Can be substituted with other fruit pie fillings.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Mix well until everything is combined.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust.
  4. Bake the crust for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
  5. Allow the crust to cool while you prepare the cheesecake layer.
Assembly
  1. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese and sugar until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
  3. Top with cherry pie filling.
  4. Refrigerate the dish for several hours before serving.

Notes

Serve chilled. Adding a dollop of whipped cream on top can enhance the flavor. Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.