Description
Creamy Lemon Blueberry Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert that combines the refreshing zest of lemon with the sweetness of fresh blueberries. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with a light yet indulgent treat. The pie features a crumbly shortbread crust filled with a luscious blend of whipped cream and tangy filling, topped with vibrant berries. Serve it chilled for a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups finely crushed shortbread cookies
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for whipped cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- ¾ teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing the crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a pie plate and chill.
- In a bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold in sugar and vanilla.
- In another bowl, mix condensed milk, lemon zest, lemon extract, and lemon juice. Fold in half of the whipped cream followed by the blueberries.
- Pour the filling into the crust and chill for at least three hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh organic lemons. You can substitute blueberries with other berries like strawberries or raspberries for variations. Ensure your whipped cream is not overmixed to maintain its fluffy texture.