Cherry Cheesecake Lush

H2: Creating the Crust

1. Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish and set aside.
2. In a bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with melted butter until evenly mixed.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. Place the crust in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.

H2: Making the Filling

1. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 cup of whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
2. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
3. Return the dish to the freezer while preparing the next layer.

H2: Preparing the Topping

1. In another bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and milk until thickened.
2. Pour the pudding mixture over the chilled cream cheese layer and spread it evenly.
3. Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the pudding to set.

H2: Final Touches

1. Carefully spoon the cherry pie filling over the set pudding layer, avoiding mixing the layers.
2. Cover the entire dessert with the remaining whipped topping.
3. Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on top for added crunch.
4. Let the cheesecake chill in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours before serving.

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