No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Cookie Layer Dessert

No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Cookie Layer Dessert is a rich and creamy layered treat made with soft vanilla cookies, luscious cheesecake filling, and sweet cherry pie topping. This easy, no-bake dessert is perfect for holidays, potlucks, and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

Cookie Base

• 3 cups vanilla wafer cookies (such as Nilla wafers)

• ¼ cup milk (for light brushing – optional for softer texture)

Cheesecake Layer

• 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream (or 1 container whipped topping, 8 oz)

Cherry Topping

• 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.

In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.

2. Layer the Dessert

In a 9×9-inch glass dish:

1️⃣ Arrange a layer of vanilla wafer cookies on the bottom.
(Brush lightly with milk if you prefer softer cookies.)

2️⃣ Spread half of the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cookies.

3️⃣ Add another layer of cookies.

4️⃣ Spread remaining cheesecake mixture.

5️⃣ Top evenly with cherry pie filling.

3. Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) to allow layers to set and flavors to blend.

Texture & Flavor

• Soft cookie base

• Smooth, creamy cheesecake layer

• Sweet, glossy cherry topping

• Balanced sweetness with light vanilla flavor

Pro Tips

• Let it chill overnight for clean slices

• Use fresh whipped cream instead of frozen topping for richer taste

• Try strawberry or blueberry pie filling for variation

Storage

• Refrigerate up to 4 days

• Do not freeze (texture may change)