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Creamy Blueberry Lemon Icebox Cake

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A luscious no-bake dessert featuring a creamy lemon and cream cheese filling layered with graham crackers and fresh blueberries, chilled to perfection for a refreshing summer treat.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups graham cracker sheets or digestive biscuits
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • Additional lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream using a spatula with slow, wide strokes to keep it fluffy.
  4. In a 9×9 inch glass baking dish or trifle bowl, spread a thin layer of the cream mixture to cover the bottom.
  5. Layer graham crackers evenly on top, breaking to fit as needed.
  6. Add a layer of fresh blueberries, then spread another layer of the cream mixture over the berries.
  7. Repeat layers until the dish is filled, finishing with a generous layer of cream on top.
  8. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Before serving, garnish with additional lemon zest and fresh mint leaves.

Notes

If graham crackers seem dry, brush lightly with lemon juice or softened butter before layering. Do not overwhip cream to avoid graininess. Fold cream cheese mixture gently into whipped cream to keep it airy. Chilling overnight improves flavor and texture. Frozen blueberries can be used if thawed and drained well. For dairy-free or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients as suggested.

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