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Easy No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake

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A refreshing no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy lemon filling, fresh blueberries, and crisp graham crackers, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 package (about 7 oz) graham crackers or similar crisp wafers
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Mix in the fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Scrape down the bowl to ensure even distribution.
  3. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 2 cups cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes on high speed.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula to maintain a light, airy texture.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the lemon cream mixture at the bottom of a 9×9 inch square dish.
  6. Place a single layer of graham crackers over the cream, breaking crackers to fit if needed.
  7. Scatter about 1/3 cup fresh blueberries evenly over the crackers.
  8. Repeat layering lemon cream, crackers, and blueberries until all cream and crackers are used, finishing with a layer of lemon cream on top.
  9. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the cake to set.
  10. Before serving, garnish with extra lemon zest or fresh blueberries if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for better whipped cream. Use gentle folding to keep filling airy. Thaw and drain frozen blueberries thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Chill overnight for best texture. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream and vegan cream cheese. For gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers.

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