Lemon Blueberry Cream Cake (Printable)
A refreshing, creamy dessert with fresh blueberries and vibrant lemon flavor. Perfect for summer, this light no-bake treat is easy to make.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons 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 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - 1 teaspoon 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 - In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, 2 tablespoons sugar, and lemon zest. Mix until well blended. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Place in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
02 - In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
03 - In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
04 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and no streaks remain.
05 - Carefully fold in 1 2/3 cups fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them.
06 - Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
07 - Cover and refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or until completely set and firm.
08 - Before serving, remove the cake from the pan. Top with the remaining blueberries, sprinkle with lemon zest, and garnish with whipped cream if desired.
# Expert Advice:
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- It transforms simple ingredients into something that looks like you spent hours, when really it's about assembly and patience
- The contrast between tangy lemon and sweet blueberries keeps people coming back for just one more sliver
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- Rushing the chilling time means you'll end up with a gorgeous dessert that collapses into a puddle when you try to slice it
- Room temperature cream cheese will save you from tiny grainy lumps that no amount of mixing can fix
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- After folding in the whipped cream, give your bowl a gentle tap on the counter to release any large air bubbles before smoothing the filling
- Run a thin knife around the edge of the pan before releasing the springform to ensure clean sides that show off those beautiful layers