1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350F if you wish to add a warm crumble topping later, but feel free to skip this step if you prefer a chilled dessert.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until everything is coated and has a sandy texture, then set aside.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.

4. Gently fold in the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until perfectly blended, creating a cloud-like filling.

5. To assemble, take a serving dish and layer half of the graham cracker crumble on the bottom. Next, spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crumble, followed by an even layer of cherry pie filling.

6. Top with the remaining cheesecake mixture and finish with the rest of the graham cracker crumble, creating a beautiful layered dessert.

7. Cover the dish and chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together, making every bite extra delightful.