Description
Looking for a stunning dessert that’s also incredibly easy? This Easy Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Trifle combines zesty lemon curd, velvety cheesecake layers, and juicy blueberry compote, all stacked between tender cubes of buttery cake. It’s the ultimate no-bake dessert, perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting brunch, celebrating a holiday, or need a quick make-ahead treat. With layers that are fresh, fruity, and decadently creamy, this recipe is packed with flavor and texture. A crowd-pleaser that ticks all the boxes: quick breakfast idea, easy dessert recipe, and showstopping food idea rolled into one!
Ingredients
4 cups pound cake or sponge cake cubes
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 cup lemon curd
1 1/2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for compote)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
1/2 cup fresh blueberries (for topping)
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, cook 2 cups of blueberries with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice over medium heat until thickened and jammy. Let it cool.
2. Beat softened cream cheese with 1/3 cup sugar until smooth.
3. Fold in lemon curd, then gently mix in the whipped topping or whipped cream.
4. Cut cake into 1-inch cubes.
5. In a trifle bowl, layer cake cubes, cheesecake mixture, and blueberry compote. Repeat layers.
6. Top with extra whipped cream, lemon zest, and fresh blueberries.
7. Chill at least 2 hours before serving for best flavor and texture.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
Let the blueberry compote fully cool before layering to prevent melting the whipped topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: easy dessert, blueberry trifle, lemon cheesecake, no-bake recipe, spring dessert