Pour heavy whipping cream into a large bowl. Using a hand mixer on low speed, mix the cream. Continuously stir until stiff peaks form. This takes about eight minutes. It will also be a fluffy texture.
In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, vanilla extract and cream cheese. With the hand mixer on low speed, mix it until all creamy. Being sure to get all from on the sides of the bowl. This takes about one to two minutes.
Combine all of the ingredients together and stir together well with a spoon.
Scoop all the ingredients out into a 9-inch pie pan. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to smooth out. Refrigerate to set overnight.
After refrigerating overnight, it is time to add the cherry topping. Simply scoop the cherry pie filling with a spoon and spread it over the top of your cheesecake and enjoy!
Notes
StorageFor leftovers, cover them with aluminum foil or place in an airtight container. Keep refrigerated for up to about four days.Hint: I poured the cherry pie filling in an airtight container and refrigerated it overnight as well. Then, the next day when I put it on top of the cheesecake, it was chilled too.Another helpful hint is when cutting the cheesecake. Using a sharp knife when cutting into the pie can help it stays intact.