No Bake Lemon Blueberry Cream Cake (Printable)

Creamy no-bake dessert with fresh blueberries and bright lemon flavor on a buttery graham cracker crust.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Lemon Blueberry Cream Filling

05 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
07 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
11 - 1 2/3 cups fresh blueberries

→ Topping

12 - 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
13 - Zest of 1/2 lemon
14 - Whipped cream for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, 2 tbsp sugar, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Mix until well blended. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
02 - Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
04 - Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated. Carefully fold in 1 2/3 cups blueberries, taking care not to crush them.
05 - Pour filling over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
06 - Remove cake from the pan before serving. Top with remaining blueberries, sprinkle with lemon zest, and garnish with whipped cream if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The tangy brightness of fresh lemon cuts through richness like sunshine through morning fog
  • You can assemble it hours ahead and actually enjoy your own party instead of hovering over the stove
02 -
  • A hot springform pan will melt your filling and create a soggy separation between crust and cream
  • The cake needs the full four hours to set, but honestly, it gets even better if you make it the night before
03 -
  • Add a thin layer of lemon curd between the crust and filling for an explosion of bright citrus flavor
  • Room temperature ingredients blend together seamlessly while cold ones fight you every step of the way

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