1-Getting started with this recipe is as easy as pie literally! First, soften the cream cheese at room temperature to avoid lumps, setting the stage for a smooth mixture.

2-In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla until it’s smooth and creamy, creating the base of your dessert.

3-Spread this cream cheese mixture evenly into the store-bought graham cracker crust, ensuring an even layer for the best texture.

4-Next, cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to chill and set, which helps everything come together nicely.

5-Don’t forget to refrigerate the canned cherry pie filling as well before using it for that perfect cool topping.

6-After chilling, top the pie with the cherry pie filling, then return it to the refrigerator to firm up before serving remember, it should be served cold for the ideal experience.