No Bake Lemon Blueberry Dessert
Ingredients
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3/4 cup butter
melted
- 2 - 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese
room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 3.4 oz. box instant lemon pudding
- 21 oz. can blueberry pie filling
- 16 oz. tubs frozen whipped topping
thawed
Directions
- 1
Mix graham cracker crumbs with butter. Set aside 1/2 cup for optional topping. Press crumbs in bottom of a 13 x 9 dish, and let crust set up in the frig while you work on the next layer.
- 2
In a large bowl, beat mix cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the lemon juice and milk, mix thoroughly. Add dry pudding last, beat until thoroughly mixed. Batter will be thick. Drop by dollops onto the crust and spread gently into an even layer.
- 3
Drop pie filling on top of lemon layer by spoonfuls to reduce having to spread it. Gently spread into an even layer.
- 4
Top with frozen whipped topping layer and optional reserved graham cracker crumbs.
- 5
Allow dessert to set up in refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Keep refrigerated and enjoy!
No Bake Lemon Blueberry Dessert
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About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that's both vibrant and effortlessly delicious? This No Bake Lemon Blueberry Dessert brings together bright, zesty lemon and sweet blueberries in a creamy, cool treat perfect for any gathering, requiring absolutely no oven time.
What makes this dessert a standout is its sheer simplicity and refreshing layers. You'll love how the creamy lemon and cream cheese mixture, made with instant lemon pudding and fresh lemon juice, perfectly balances the sweet blueberry pie filling. All these delightful components are nestled on a buttery graham cracker crust and crowned with light, fluffy whipped topping, delivering a dessert that truly shines without any fuss.
Prepare your taste buds for a symphony of textures and flavors. Each generous serving offers a delightful crunch from the buttery graham cracker base, made with melted butter, providing the ideal foundation. This gives way to a velvety smooth and tangy lemon cream cheese layer, rich yet refreshing, and beautifully contrasted by a sweet, fruity burst of blueberry from the generous pie filling. It's all crowned with a cloud-like blanket of thawed frozen whipped topping, creating a truly satisfying mouthfeel. This dessert feels indulgent yet remarkably light, making it a wonderful way to end a meal or cool down on a warm day. With a total time of 150 minutes, largely dedicated to chilling, it’s a remarkably fuss-free option for entertaining a crowd.
While fantastic as is, feel free to get creative with this versatile no bake lemon blueberry dessert. For a different fruit flavor, consider swapping the blueberry pie filling for a cherry or strawberry variety. You could also experiment with other instant pudding flavors, like vanilla or cheesecake, for a subtle twist on the creamy layer, adapting it to your preference.
This generously portioned dessert, yielding 20 servings, is absolutely ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or summer picnics where a refreshing, easy-to-serve sweet is appreciated. Serve it well-chilled to fully appreciate its cool, invigorating qualities, perhaps with a simple garnish of fresh berries for an extra pop of color.