No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Lasagna Recipe

This no-bake cherry lasagna has that fun twist on your basic cheesecake lasagna, which makes it a drool-worthy dessert that you absolutely have to try!

cheesecake on glass cake stand on gray table

Cherry Cheesecake Lasagna Recipe

Cherry and cheesecake are such a no-fail combination, and this easy no-bake lasagna is the celebration of them both and how! The dessert is surprisingly easy to put together, has some amazing flavors, and takes just minutes to prepare. You just can’t go wrong with it.

If you love cheesecake, then you are doing to adore our other no-bake options. I love this no-bake blueberry cheesecake and even this no-bake Oreo cheesecake recipe. They are both tasty and super easy to make.

Ready to give this total crowd-pleaser a shot? Here’s everything you need to know about it.

top of cheesecake with mint and fresh cherries

Ingredients For the No-Bake Cherry Lasagna

You’ll need just a bunch of basic ingredients to put this no-bake lasagna together.

1 ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoon salted butter
8 oz cream cheese (225 gr)
½ cup sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can cherry pie filling

Kitchen Tools Needed

spatula lifting slice of cherry cheesecake from pan

How to Make the Dessert Lasagna

In a good processor, pulse the graham crackers until fine crumbs are made.

Once crumbs, add in the melted butter and stir to combine.

hand pouring melted butter into cookie crumbs

Pour all but 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and press evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

red spatula pressing cookie crumbs into springform pan

In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese with the ½ cup sugar then set aside.

sugar being added to cream cheese in white bowl

Using a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream, 3 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.

vanilla being added to glass bowl of whipping cream

Mix together the cream cheese and whipped cream mixtures until well combined.

Divide this mixture into 2 equal portions.

mixing cream cheese and whipping cream together in white bowl

Pour ½ of the cream cheese mixture into the springform pan over the crust.

pouring cheesecake over top of graham cracker crust

Then, pour the cherry pie filling over the cheesecake and spread it into an even layer.

pouring cherry pie filling over the top of cheesecake

Add the remaining cream cheese mixture over the pie filling and spread evenly.

cheesecake being spread over top of cherry pie filling

Sprinkle with the reserved cookie crumbs and add fresh cherries if desired.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours up to overnight before serving.

lady holding cheesecake topped with fresh cherries on side

Frequently Asked Questions

What Can I Use Instead of Graham Crackers?

Don’t be surprised if most cheesecake and no-bake dessert recipes call for the use of a graham cracker crust. It is the simplest, easiest dessert you could try, and has a really versatile flavor that allows the other flavors to shine through. But if you’ve run out of graham crackers, or are just looking for another alternative, some Nilla wafers could do the trick. They are again, easy to work with, inexpensive, and have a subtle flavor. If you don’t mind a bit of chocolatey flavor to your dessert, crushed Oreos could work wonderfully as a replacement.

What Can I Use Instead of Cream Cheese?

might be tempted to use Cool whip or fresh cream, or both. Maybe a little condensed milk too. But the truth is, it won’t lend your dessert that flavor and texture that you’re looking for.

Can I Try This With Another Fruit?

Yes! You totally can! That’s the beauty of this recipe. You can replace the cherry pie filling with any other fruit filling of your choice. Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, mango, and peaches are some good examples.
Having a fruit always brings out some great flavors, and also gives your dessert a bit of a texture.

How Do I Store the Leftovers?

Your leftover no-bake cherry lasagna can stay good in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Try not to store it for longer than that, because that’ll only end up being a super soggy mess since the graham cracker crust will absorb all of the moisture from the other ingredients.
You can transfer the leftover lasagna to an airtight container, but if you don’t want to go through the whole process of doing that, you can also store it in the same dish that you assembled it in. Just make sure you cover it well with cling wrap and then refrigerate it. This will help keep any refrigerator smells away.

slice of layered cheesecake on white plate on blue table

What Else Can I Add to the No-Bake Cherry Lasagna?

Your no-bake cherry lasagna does have the potential to be turned into an even more fancy dessert. You can throw in some candied pecans or roasted walnuts to lend the lasagna an element of crunch.

Another idea is to create a layer of freshly whipped cream with a bit of cocoa powder and alternate it with the layer of cream cheese and a layer of crushed graham crackers to create a parfait sort of dessert that you can assemble in individual dessert glasses. This can act as an excellent sweet treat to serve your guests that you’re hosting during the holidays.

Tips to Make the No-Bake Cherry Lasagna

Think you have the recipe all sorted out in your head? Keep these little tips and tricks in mind to totally nail it!

Remember to set the cream cheese outside the refrigerator at least an hour before you begin using it for the recipe. This will help the cheese soften, and it’ll become easier for you to get it to that soft texture that you’re looking for.
If your cream cheese mixture feels too runny, you can let it set in the refrigerator for a while, before you proceed with the next steps.
Overnight chilling is an absolute must for this dessert. It doesn’t just help the lasagna set but also lets the flavors develop.
To lend the dessert a nice, unique flavor, add some almond extract into the cream cheese.
When mixing the cream cheese and the sugar together, remember to mix until you have a smooth mixture. Overmixing is a big no-no.

To serve the no-bake cherry lasagna, you can top it with some chocolate shavings or graham cracker crumbs, but if you really want to go the extra mile, you can also drizzle a bit of cherry syrup on the top.

Loved how the recipe turned out? Looking for some more fun no-bake recipes? You might want to check these out.

Recipe

Yield: 12