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Blueberry Lemon Delight Recipe

Blueberry Lemon Delight Recipe
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Blueberry Lemon Delight is a refreshing and creamy no-bake dessert featuring a crisp graham cracker crust, zesty lemon cheesecake filling, and a luscious blueberry topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light treat, this dessert combines tangy lemon flavors with sweet blueberries and a creamy texture, chilled to perfection.

Ingredients

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Blueberry Layer:

  • ⅔ cup water
  • ½ cup sugar
  • Juice from ½ lemon
  • 3 cups blueberries
  • 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch

Crust:

  • 1¼ cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Lemon Cheesecake Filling:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Blueberry Layer: Combine the water, lemon juice, and sugar in a medium saucepan and stir well. Add the blueberries and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 7-8 minutes until the blueberries begin to burst. Mix cornstarch with 1 ½ tablespoons water, stir into the blueberry mixture, then bring it back to a boil until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Make the Crust: In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish. Refrigerate the crust while preparing the cheesecake layer.
  3. Whip the Cream: Beat the heavy cream and sugar together until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat as it may become grainy.
  4. Prepare the Lemon Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, whip the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer. Add powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice and mix until fluffy and smooth. Gently fold in 1 cup of the whipped cream.
  5. Assemble Cheesecake Layer: Spread the lemon cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
  6. Add Blueberry Layer: Spoon the cooled blueberry filling evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  7. Top with Whipped Cream: Spread the remaining whipped cream gently over the blueberry layer. Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth out or create swirls in the whipped cream.
  8. Chill: Cover the dessert with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours to set.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with extra blueberries and lemon slices. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen blueberries for the blueberry layer.
  • Allow the blueberry filling to cool completely before layering to prevent melting the cheesecake filling.
  • Do not overbeat the heavy cream to avoid grainy texture.
  • Refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours; overnight chilling improves flavor.
  • For easier slicing, use a warm knife wiped clean between cuts.

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Keywords: blueberry lemon dessert, no-bake cheesecake, lemon blueberry dessert, summer dessert, graham cracker crust

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