01 - 
                Combine graham cracker crumbs and chopped pecans in a large bowl. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles damp sand.
              
              
              
                02 - 
                Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup. Place in the freezer while preparing the filling.
              
              
              
                03 - 
                In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar, and continue beating until smooth.
              
              
              
                04 - 
                Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping to the cream cheese mixture.
              
              
              
                05 - 
                Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust.
              
              
              
                06 - 
                Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer.
              
              
              
                07 - 
                Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!