
Lemon Blueberry Dessert – A Sunshine Slice You’ll Make Again and Again
The moment I first saw this dessert, I knew it was going to be something special. And guess what? It didn’t just live up to my expectations—it blew right past them. The combination of bright lemon, sweet blueberries, and buttery graham cracker crust is a little bite of summer any time of year.
The very first time I made it was for a sunny summer picnic, and I’ll never forget how quickly it disappeared from the table. It’s creamy, fruity, a little tangy, and so simple to make that you might just find yourself baking it for both weeknight treats and special occasions.
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Why You’ll Love This Dessert
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Perfect flavor balance: Sweet, tart, and creamy all in one bite.
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Gorgeous presentation: Layers of gold, purple, and white.
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Make-ahead friendly: Chill it in the fridge until ready to serve.
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Versatile: Works for casual dinners or elegant gatherings.
What Does It Taste Like?
Imagine the zing of fresh lemon curd meeting the sweet pop of blueberries, all anchored by the warm, buttery crunch of graham crackers. Top that with a cloud of whipped cream, and you’ve got a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent.
Benefits of This Recipe
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Easy prep with simple pantry ingredients.
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Great for potlucks and summer parties.
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Easily adaptable with different berries or crusts.
Ingredients
For the crust:
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1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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¼ cup sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the blueberry layer:
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1 cup fresh blueberries
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¼ cup sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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¼ cup water
For the lemon layer:
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1 cup sweetened condensed milk
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½ cup lemon juice
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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3 egg yolks
For the topping:
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Tools You’ll Need
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9-inch pie pan
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Mixing bowls
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Saucepan
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Whisk
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Hand mixer or stand mixer
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Spatula
Ingredient Substitutions & Additions
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Berry swap: Use raspberries or blackberries instead of blueberries.
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Extra zest: Add more lemon zest to the whipped cream for an extra zing.
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Gluten-free: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
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Short on time: Use store-bought whipped cream.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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