No Bake Lemon Blueberry Cream Cake (Printable)
A refreshing, creamy cake with fresh blueberries and vibrant lemon flavor. Easy no-bake summer dessert perfect for gatherings.
# What You 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)
# How-To 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 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 cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated. Carefully fold in 1 2/3 cups blueberries, taking care not to crush them.
05 - Pour filling over chilled crust. Smooth top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
06 - Remove cake from springform pan. Top with remaining blueberries, sprinkle with lemon zest, and garnish with whipped cream if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No oven required means your kitchen stays cool and your schedule stays open
- The combination of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries hits that perfect summer balance
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- Room temperature cream cheese and cold cream are nonnegotiable for smooth results
- Rushing the chilling time means you will serve soup instead of cake
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- A layer of lemon curd between crust and filling creates an incredible surprise element
- Run a thin knife around the edge before releasing the pan for picture perfect slices