½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
Pinch of salt
Pro Tips
Ingredient measurement tools
Always use full-fat cream cheese—low-fat won’t set right.
Stir the crust mixture until crumbly; avoid overmixing.
Glass dishes = even baking + perfect for gifting.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Crust & Cheesecake Layer
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8×8-inch glass dishes (or one 9×13).
Mix cake mix, melted butter, egg, and salt.
Press half into each dish (or all into a 9×13).
Beat cream cheese until smooth, then spread evenly over the crust.
2. Add the Cherries
Spoon cherry pie filling over cream cheese, leaving a small border.
Optional: swirl gently with a knife for a marbled effect.
3. Bake to Perfection
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