🍋🫐 HEAVEN IN A PIE PLATE: The Lemon-Blueberry Dream You’ll Crave All Year!

by

Part 1: The Golden Graham Foundation (Crust)

 

Ingredient Measurement Notes
Graham Cracker Crumbs 1.5 Cups About 1 standard package (10-12 full sheets crushed)
Granulated Sugar 1/4 Cup Just enough sweetness for balance
Unsalted Butter 6 Tablespoons Melted, binds everything together perfectly

Directions (Crust):

  1. Prep: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Give them a good stir to mix evenly.

  2. Melt & Mix: Pour the melted butter over the crumb mixture. Stir well with a fork or spatula until all the crumbs are thoroughly moistened and resemble wet sand.

  3. Form: Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie plate. Using the bottom of a flat-bottomed glass or your fingers, firmly press the crumb mixture evenly across the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate. Create a nice, even shell.

  4. Chill Time: Place the prepared crust in the freezer for 15-20 minutes while you prepare the filling. This helps it firm up and prevents sogginess.

Part 2: The Luscious Lemon-Blueberry Cloud (Filling)

 

Ingredient Measurement Notes
Cream Cheese 8 Ounces Full-fat, softened to room temperature for smoothness
Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 (14-ounce) can The magic ingredient for creamy sweetness
Fresh Lemon Juice 1/4 Cup Freshly squeezed for the best, brightest flavor!
Lemon Zest 1 Tablespoon Finely grated, for intense lemon aroma and flavor
Vanilla Extract 1 Teaspoon A classic flavor enhancer
Frozen Whipped Topping 8 Ounces Thawed (like Cool Whip), for airy texture
Fresh Blueberries 1 Cup Gently folded in for bursts of sweetness

Directions (Filling):

  1. Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until it is incredibly smooth and completely free of lumps (about 2-3 minutes).

  2. Liquid Gold: Slowly beat in the entire can of sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is fully combined, thick, and perfectly creamy.

  3. Lemon Power: Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Beat briefly until just combined. The mixture will smell amazing!

  4. Airy Fold: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Do this slowly and carefully, lifting and turning the mixture, to keep it light and airy. Stop as soon as it’s fully incorporated—don’t overmix!

  5. Berry Bliss: Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries. Try not to crush them too much; you want those beautiful, whole bursts of fruit.

  6. Assemble & Chill: Pour the luscious filling into your chilled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the pie plate tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, but overnight is highly recommended for the best set and flavor development.