Blueberry Yum Yum is the ultimate creamy, no-bake dessert that’s loved for its light, fluffy layers and rich, fruity blueberry filling. This Southern classic, with its graham cracker crust, sweet cream cheese filling, and blueberry pie topping, is perfect for any occasion. It’s a simple, yet irresistible treat that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!
What is Blueberry Yum Yum?
Blueberry Yum Yum is a layered dessert consisting of a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy whipped cream and cream cheese layers, and a fruity layer of blueberry pie filling on top. It’s completely no-bake, making it an effortless dessert to prepare when you want something that looks impressive but doesn’t require much work. You simply mix, layer, and chill!
While there are many variations, including Cherry Yum Yum and Peach Yum Yum, this Blueberry Yum Yum is a refreshing and creamy option that everyone will love.
Why You’ll Love It:
- No-Bake: No need to heat the oven.
- Creamy & Fruity: Two fluffy cream cheese layers sandwich the fruity blueberry pie filling.
- Quick & Easy: Prep time is just 30 minutes, and after that, it just needs to chill.
- Southern Classic: A dessert that’s loved by all and perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Blueberry Filling:
- 1 (21 oz.) can blueberry pie filling
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cinnamon, and melted butter. Stir with a fork until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Set aside 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture to sprinkle on top later.
- Press the graham cracker crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan that’s been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- Using an electric mixer, cream together softened cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Assemble the Layers:
- Spread a little less than half of the cream cheese/whipped cream mixture evenly over the prepared graham cracker crust.
- Spoon large dollops of blueberry pie filling over the cream cheese layer, then gently spread it evenly.
- Top with the remaining cream cheese/whipped cream mixture and spread it out to cover the blueberry layer.
- Sprinkle the top with the reserved graham cracker crumbs.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for several hours, or preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld and the dessert set.
Tips:
- For a more loaded blueberry flavor, opt for premium blueberry pie filling, which contains more blueberries.
- Lighten things up by using 1/3-less fat cream cheese if desired.
- You can substitute an 8-ounce container of Cool Whip for the whipped cream if you prefer a quicker option.
Why You’ll Keep Coming Back: This dessert is irresistibly creamy with just the right amount of sweetness and fruitiness from the blueberry filling. It’s an excellent treat to prepare ahead of time for parties, picnics, or even holiday dinners. Plus, it’s super easy to make—no baking involved!
More Yum Yum Desserts to Try:
- Cherry Yum Yum
- Strawberry Yum Yum
- Peach Yum Yum
- Banana Pudding Yum Yum
- Pumpkin Yum Yum
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