No Bake Lemon Blueberry Cream Cake (Print View)

A refreshing creamy cake with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon flavors, perfect for warm weather entertaining.

# 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)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, 2 tbsp sugar, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Mix until well blended and press 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 incorporated.
03 - Whip cold heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.
04 - Carefully fold in 1 2/3 cups fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush the berries. Maintain a light, airy texture.
05 - Pour the filling over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula for an even surface.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is completely set and firm.
07 - Remove cake from springform pan. Top with remaining blueberries, sprinkle with lemon zest, and add whipped cream if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You get that luxurious, creamy cheesecake experience without any oven time or water bath anxiety
  • The bright combination of lemon and fresh blueberries tastes like sunshine on a plate
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  • The filling needs those four hours minimum to set properly, so plan ahead and don't try to rush this with the freezer
  • Room temperature cream cheese is non negotiable unless you want tiny lumps that won't disappear no matter how long you beat
03 -
  • Zest your lemons before juicing them so you don't lose any of those precious aromatic oils
  • If your blueberries are on the larger side, give them a quick chop so they distribute more evenly throughout the filling

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