Description
This No-Bake Lemon Dazzling Blueberry Cream Cake features a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a smooth, creamy lemon-infused cream cheese layer and fresh blueberries glazed with honey. It’s a refreshing, easy-to-make dessert perfect for warm days or any time you want a light, fruity treat without turning on the oven for baking the whole cake.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
Topping
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust.
- Mix Crust Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until all crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press Crust Mixture: Transfer the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pan and press firmly to form an even base layer.
- Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow it to cool completely.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and lump-free.
- Whip Cream: In another bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Combine Cream Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
- Add Lemon Flavor: Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest to incorporate bright citrus flavors.
- Assemble Filling: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Prepare Blueberry Topping: Warm honey slightly in a small saucepan, then add fresh blueberries and stir gently.
- Cook Blueberries: Cook the blueberry and honey mixture for 2-3 minutes until juices release but berries remain intact.
- Add Topping to Cake: Pour the warm blueberry mixture over the cream layer, spreading berries evenly.
- Chill Cake: Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set and allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy the creamy, tangy, and fruity cake as a refreshing dessert.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Do not overcook the blueberry topping; berries should hold their shape for texture.
- Press the crust firmly for a stable base that won’t crumble when serving.
- Chilling overnight enhances flavor melding and improves texture.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best citrus brightness.
