Here’s a Lemon Blueberry Delight recipe – a refreshing, layered dessert with a tangy-sweet flavor combination that’s perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you want a fruity treat.
🍋 Lemon Blueberry Delight Recipe
Servings: 12
Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Bake Time: 15 minutes
🧁 Ingredients
For the Crust:
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the Lemon Layer:
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1 (3.4 oz) box instant lemon pudding mix
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1 ½ cups cold milk
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1 tbsp lemon zest (optional, for extra tang)
For the Blueberry Layer:
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2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (for thickening)
Topping:
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1 ½ cups whipped topping
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Extra blueberries and lemon zest (optional for garnish)
👩🍳 Directions
1. Make the Crust:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
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Press mixture firmly into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
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Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Fold in whipped topping.
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Spread evenly over the cooled crust. Chill while preparing the next layer.
3. Prepare the Lemon Layer:
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In a bowl, whisk lemon pudding mix and milk for 2 minutes until thickened.
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Stir in lemon zest if using.
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Spread over the cream cheese layer. Chill again.
4. Prepare the Blueberry Layer:
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
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Cook until berries begin to burst (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened (1–2 minutes).
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Let cool completely, then spread over lemon layer.
5. Add Final Topping:
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Spread whipped topping evenly over the blueberry layer.
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Garnish with extra blueberries and lemon zest if desired.
6. Chill:
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Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
📝 Tips:
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For a shortcut, use canned blueberry pie filling instead of the homemade blueberry layer.
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For a more intense lemon flavor, substitute lemon curd for the pudding layer.