Description
This no-bake lemon blueberry dessert is a refreshing, creamy treat perfect for warm days or any occasion. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a tangy lemon cream cheese layer, sweet blueberry pie filling, and a light whipped topping, this dessert is easy to prepare and requires no oven time. Chill for a couple of hours and serve chilled for a delightful combination of fruity and creamy flavors.
Ingredients
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Graham Cracker Crust
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3/4 cup butter, melted
Lemon Layer
- 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 3.4 oz. box instant lemon pudding mix
Blueberry Layer
- 21 oz. can blueberry pie filling
Topping
- 16 oz. tubs frozen whipped topping, thawed
- Reserved 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (from the crust mixture)
Instructions
- Prepare Graham Cracker Crust: Mix 3 cups of graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Reserve 1/2 cup of this mixture for the topping. Press the remaining crumbs firmly into the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch dish to form the crust. Place the dish in the refrigerator to allow the crust to set while you prepare the other layers.
- Make Lemon Layer: In a large bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Add the lemon juice and 2% milk, mixing thoroughly to combine. Sprinkle the dry instant lemon pudding mix into the bowl and beat again until well incorporated and smooth. Spread this lemon mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Add Blueberry Layer: Spoon the blueberry pie filling over the lemon layer carefully, spreading it gently to cover the entire surface evenly without mixing into the lemon layer.
- Apply Topping: Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the blueberry layer. Finally, sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of graham cracker crumbs over the whipped topping for a crunchy finish.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the completed dessert for at least 2 hours to allow all layers to set properly. Serve chilled and keep refrigerated between servings for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier blending and a smooth lemon layer.
- Reserve some graham cracker crumbs at the beginning to top the dessert for added texture and visual appeal.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated, allowing flavors to meld even better.
- If preferred, use light or fat-free cream cheese and pudding to reduce calories.
- For a firmer crust, press the graham cracker and butter mixture firmly and chill longer if needed before adding layers.
