Introduction
This no bake cherry cheesecake cookie layer dessert is a creamy chilled treat made with layers of soft cookies, a silky cheesecake cream, and sweet cherry pieces. It is simple to assemble, rich in flavor, and perfect for serving cold on warm days or as a luxurious make-ahead dessert. History Layered no bake desserts became popular in the mid-20th century when home cooks began combining whipped cream, condensed milk, fruit fillings, and cookies to create quick refrigerator cakes. This cherry cheesecake version continues that tradition but adds a richer cream and fresh fruit twist.
Ingredients
2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 cup cream cheese softened 1 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup cherries chopped fresh or frozen and thawed 2 tablespoons sugar for the cherries 2 packs tea biscuits or butter cookies 1 cup milk for dipping cookies. Method Stir the chopped cherries with sugar and set aside to release their juices. In a large bowl beat the heavy cream until thick. In another bowl beat the cream cheese with condensed milk and vanilla until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined into a thick mousse. Pour milk into a shallow dish. Dip each cookie quickly into the milk and place a full layer of soaked cookies in the bottom of the dish. Spread a thick layer of the cheesecake cream over the cookies. Spoon some cherries and their juice evenly over the cream. Add another layer of milk-dipped cookies followed by more cream and cherries. Continue layering until the dish is full, ending with cream on top. Cover and chill at least 6 hours or overnight so the cookies soften completely.
Instructions
Mix cherries with sugar. Prepare whipped cream. Prepare cheesecake mixture. Fold together. Dip cookies in milk. Layer cookies, cream, cherries until finished. Chill thoroughly. Benefits This dessert requires no oven, uses basic ingredients, can be prepared ahead, feeds many people, and keeps well in the refrigerator for several days. Formation The structure of this dessert is built from alternating layers of softened cookies and rich cream. As it chills the cookies absorb the cream and become cake-like, giving a soft sliceable texture similar to an icebox cake while the cherries add brightness and flavor.
Nutrition This dessert is indulgent and high in dairy richness, providing calcium and energy but should be enjoyed in moderation due to its sugar and fat content. Lovers This recipe is loved by anyone who enjoys creamy layered desserts, families who prefer easy no bake sweets, and people who like fruit and cookie combinations. Conclusion This no bake cherry cheesecake cookie layer dessert is a smooth creamy layered delight that is easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress with its texture and flavor, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings and celebrations.