Recipes: Desserts

Oregon Blueberry Ice Box Cake

This creamy, dreamy, and sweet summer dessert is a show-stopper!

Ingredients:

  • 1 box graham crackers
  • 1 small package lemon pudding, prepared and cooled
  • Blueberry Compote, prepared and cooled 
  • Vanilla Whipped Cream 
  • Blueberry Compote

  • 3 c. fresh blueberries, divided
  • 3 T. sugar
  • 2 tsp. lemon juice
  • Directions:
    To make the blueberry compote, place 2 cups of fresh blueberries and sugar in a small saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring regularly. Simmer for 6-7 minutes until thick. Remove from heat and add lemon juice and remaining fresh blueberries. Refrigerate until ready to use. 

    Vanilla Whipped Cream

  • 2 c. heavy cream
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 T. Vanilla extract
  • Directions: 
    Pour all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl. Using a stand mixer or a hand-held mixer, beat the ingredients together, starting on low speed and increasing to high slowly as it begins to firm up. Beat for 60-90 seconds until stiff peaks form. 


Assembling the Oregon Blueberry Icebox Cake

  • In a standard 13” x 9” baking dish, layer graham crackers, lemon pudding, blueberry compote and vanilla whipped cream, then repeat these same steps one more time forming two complete layers. 
  • Place in refrigerator for at least two hours before serving. 
  • Serve topped with additional fresh blueberries and lemon zest.