Lemon Blueberry Lasagna (Print Version)
Chilled no-bake layers of lemon cream, glazed blueberries and buttery cookie crust for a bright, creamy dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 7 ounces vanilla wafer cookies or graham crackers, crushed
02 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Lemon Cream Layer
03 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
07 - 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
→ Blueberry Layer
08 - 2 2/3 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
09 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
→ Topping
12 - 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
13 - 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - Zest of 1 lemon
16 - Fresh blueberries for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine crushed vanilla wafer cookies with melted butter in a bowl until fully moistened. Press mixture evenly into the base of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Freeze while assembling the next components.
02 - Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Incorporate powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until homogenous. In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
03 - In a saucepan, combine blueberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 4–5 minutes until the berries release juices. Mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into blueberries. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Let cool completely before application.
04 - Once cooled, evenly spread the blueberry compote over the lemon cream layer.
05 - Beat cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream over the blueberry layer.
06 - Sprinkle lemon zest and garnish with fresh blueberries if desired. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight for optimal slicing and texture. Portion and serve directly from the chilled dish.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You can layer it together in under half an hour, and everyone thinks you fussed for ages.
- The lemony tang laced with bursts of blueberry makes it crowd pleasing, even for folks who claim not to like sweets.
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- If the blueberry layer goes on warm, your cream sinks into a sad puddle instead of staying distinct—always let it cool completely.
- I once tried to rush the chilling time and wound up with a melty mess; now I always plan for overnight rest if possible.
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- Crushing cookies extra fine by pulsing in a food processor means a crust without cracks.
- Lining your dish with a parchment sling makes lifting servings easier (especially if you’re after tidy squares for a party).