Instructions:

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter and set aside.

Step 2

In a food processor, crush the golden Oreos into small crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse until combined.

Step 3

Press the cookie mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Place the crust in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and 1 cup of the thawed whipped topping until smooth.

Step 5

Spread this mixture over the chilled cookie crust and return the dish to the freezer for another 10 minutes.

Step 6

In another bowl, whisk together the cheesecake-flavored instant pudding mix, whole milk, and 1/2 cup of the whipped topping until thickened.

Step 7

Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the chilled cream cheese layer and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until set.

Step 8

Carefully spread the cherry pie filling over the chilled pudding layer.

Step 9

Spread the remaining whipped topping over the cherry pie filling layer and sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts.

Step 10

Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Cherry Cheesecake Lush!