Lemon Blueberry Lasagna Recipe
Introduction
This Lemon Blueberry Lasagna is a refreshing and easy dessert that combines creamy lemon pudding with fresh blueberries and crunchy graham crackers. Perfect for warm days, it requires no baking and is ready after chilling.
Ingredients
- Graham crackers
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Lemon pudding mix
- Fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then prepare the lemon pudding according to package instructions and combine gently with the cream cheese.
- Step 2: In a dish, layer graham crackers, the cream cheese and lemon pudding mixture, and fresh blueberries. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with blueberries on top.
- Step 3: Cover and chill the assembled lasagna in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to allow the graham crackers to soften and flavors to meld.
- Step 4: Once chilled, slice and serve the dessert cold for a light and tangy treat.
Tips & Variations
- Use vanilla wafer cookies instead of graham crackers for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- Add a layer of whipped cream on top before serving for extra creaminess.
- Substitute lemon pudding with lime or orange pudding for a citrus twist.
Storage
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dessert is best enjoyed chilled and should be kept cold to maintain texture. Avoid freezing, as the cream and pudding layers may separate upon thawing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I prepare this dessert in advance?
Yes, it actually improves with time as the flavors meld and the graham crackers soften. Prepare it a day ahead and chill overnight for best results.
What can I use if I don’t have fresh blueberries?
Frozen blueberries can be used if thawed and drained to avoid excess moisture. Alternatively, raspberries or sliced strawberries make great substitutes.
PrintLemon Blueberry Lasagna Recipe
This Lemon Blueberry Lasagna is a refreshing no-bake dessert featuring layers of crunchy graham crackers, smooth cream cheese, tangy lemon pudding, and fresh blueberries. Perfect for warm weather, it combines creamy textures with bright, fruity flavors in a simple and elegant treat that requires no oven time and minimal preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant lemon pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk (for pudding mix)
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemon Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk the instant lemon pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk until thickened, approximately 2 minutes. Refrigerate the pudding to set while preparing other layers.
- Mix the Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. For added sweetness, you may add a tablespoon of powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Assemble the Lasagna – First Layer: In a serving dish or lasagna pan, spread an even layer of graham cracker crumbs to form the base.
- Second Layer – Cream Cheese: Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker layer, smoothing with a spatula.
- Third Layer – Lemon Pudding: Spoon half of the lemon pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Fourth Layer – Blueberries: Sprinkle half of the fresh blueberries evenly over the pudding layer.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers in the same order: graham crackers, remaining cream cheese mixture, remaining lemon pudding, and fresh blueberries.
- Chill the Dessert: Cover the assembled lasagna with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld and layers to firm up.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar for a decorative touch. Cut into squares and enjoy this cool, creamy, and fruity dessert.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free cookies or crumbs.
- This dessert is best served chilled and should be kept refrigerated until serving.
- You can add lemon zest to the cream cheese layer for an extra citrusy flavor.
- Substitute blueberries with other berries like raspberries or strawberries as preferred.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer texture, or light cream cheese for a lower-fat alternative.
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