No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Cream (Print View)

Layered lemon cream and fresh blueberries atop a buttery graham crust for a light, chilled summer dessert.

# Components:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Lemon Cream Filling

03 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream

→ Fruit Layer and Garnish

08 - 2 cups fresh blueberries
09 - Additional lemon zest, for garnish
10 - Extra fresh blueberries, for garnish

# Preparation Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9 x 9-inch pan to create a level crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
02 - In a separate large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar using a hand mixer until perfectly smooth. Add lemon zest and fresh lemon juice, then mix to incorporate.
03 - In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, taking care not to deflate the whipped texture.
04 - Spread half of the lemon cream filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust. Distribute fresh blueberries generously over the filling layer. Cover the blueberries with the remaining cream layer, smoothing the top.
05 - Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. Before serving, garnish with additional fresh blueberries and lemon zest.
06 - Slice the chilled dessert into portions and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry and fresh ingredients you might already have
  • No oven required so it keeps the kitchen cool
  • Bright citrus flavor meets creamy richness and juicy berries
  • Can be made ahead for parties or weeknight treats
02 -
  • High in vitamin C from real lemon and blueberries
  • Freezes surprisingly well for longer storage
  • A crowd pleaser that is easy to transport for potlucks
03 -
  • To get clean slices dip your knife in warm water and wipe between each cut
  • Always zest the lemon before you juice it for maximum flavor
  • Whip the heavy cream just until soft peaks for the airiest texture
  • The recipe is forgiving but letting it chill overnight gives the best structure for slicing and the flavors meld beautifully for a truly memorable dessert

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