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March 25, 2021 8 Comments

Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie

A piece of Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie topped with a few blueberries sitting on a small white plate with a couple of blueberries on the plate. In the background are two lemons and a plastic container of blueberries.

 Creamy, tart, and decadent filling with a pop of fresh blueberry in every bite. This Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie is topped off with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of lemon zest that has been crystallized in sugar (just like I do for my Key Lime Pie). If you’re a fan of the lemon-blueberry flavor combo, this is the kind of dessert dreams are made of. It tastes like a million bucks, but could not be easier to make! You’re going to love it!

There couldn’t be a more perfect and simple dessert to make for Easter this year, or any other spring holiday or weekend you want to celebrate. Just like my Key Lime Pie and Strawberry Lemonade Pie, this filling is made from a combination of sour cream and sweetened condensed milk. Those ingredients, mixed with the lemon juice, and baked in a graham cracker crust, taste almost cheesecake-like. It’s kind of magic. If you haven’t tried one of these pies yet, it’s an absolute must!

In the background are a couple of lemons, two forks, and a container of blueberries. There's a white dessert plate with a slice of lemon blueberry pie topped with whipped cream and a few blueberries. On each side of the slice of pie is a single blueberry.One of the things that seem a little silly or maybe over the top is taking the time to zest the lemon, toss the zest with granulated sugar, and let it sit until it dries and becomes crystallized. DO NOT SKIP this step. Really! It adds such a fun and delicious dimension to the pie. You’re going to want to start sprinkling everything with crystalized zest. 🙂

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Step-by-step pictures of how to make Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie

10-picture photo collage of step-by-step photos for making a Lemon Chiffon pie with blueberries.A white dessert plate topped with a piece of chiffon pie with a bite taken out of the the slice. A couple of blueberries are on the plate. In the background are forks, more small white plates, two lemons and a plastic container of blueberries.Frequently Asked Questions for making Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie

Can I use a pre-made Graham Cracker Crust?

Yes, you can definitely use a pre-made graham cracker crust for this recipe. If you have time, I recommend making your own, though. The buttery flavor in the homemade crust is just so good!

Is there any way to make this pie Dairy-Free?

I’ve never tried making it dairy free. The sour cream is a crucial ingredient, but if you can find a dairy-free sour cream and a dairy-free sweet and condensed milk, it would be worth a shot.

Can this pie be made Gluten-Free?

In order to make this pie gluten-free, you will need to use a gluten-free graham cracker crust. Other than that, it should be totally gluten-free. 

Can I use low-fat Sour Cream?

I have only made this pie using full-fat sour cream. Generally, low-fat sour cream and low-fat cream cheese don’t do well in baked desserts. 

A slice of citrus chiffon pie topped with whipped cream and blueberries all on a small white plate. A fork is being held diagonally up while taking a piece out of the slice. The background has a container of blueberries and two lemons.Can I use Fat-Free Sweet and Condensed Milk?

I have only used regular sweet and condensed milk in this recipe, so I can’t say how it will turn out if you use fat-free sweet and condensed milk.

Can Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie be made ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the pie a day or two ahead of time. Just wait to whip up the whipping cream until right before serving. 

Can I use Frozen Blueberries?

No. Frozen blueberries will not work in this pie. You need to use fresh blueberries.

Can I use Raspberries in place of Blueberries?

Yes. Raspberries are a great substitution for blueberries in this recipe. I have a Fresh Raspberry Lemon Tart Bar recipe that is very similar to this pie, and it tastes amazing with raspberries.

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Lemon Blueberry Chiffon Pie
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
35 mins
 
Creamy, tart, and decadent filling with a pop of fresh blueberry in every bite. Absolutely delicious, and you will love how simple it is to make!
Author: Maria
Recipe type: Easy Dessert
Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 9-12 large graham crackers, crushed into crumbs (about 1½ cups)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 can sweet and condensed milk
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (approx 2 large lemons)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, more for garnish
  • zest of the lemons (approx 1-2 tbsp)
  • granulated sugar (approx 2-3 tbsp)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. If making your own crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until completely combined. Then press the mixture into the bottom and the sides of a pie pan. If you don't have one, you can use a 9-inch circle cake pan or an 8x8 baking dish.
  3. Bake crust for 5-7 minutes. If using a dark dish, only bake it for 5 minutes.
  4. While crust is baking, zest the two lemons. Mix the zest with enough granulated sugar (2-3 tbsp) to cover the zest. Set mixture aside. (It will dry out and crystalize better if you spread it out thinly on a plate.)
  5. Juice the lemons and then combine the sweet and condensed milk, sour cream, and lemon juice in a medium-sized bowl. Whisk until combined and creamy.
  6. Pour the creamy mixture into the pre-baked graham cracker crust. Sprinkle half of the fresh blueberries over the creamy mixture and use a butter knife to press them down into the mixture. Sprinkle the remaining blueberries on top and press them in part way, but make sure you can still see them....this makes the pie pretty. 🙂
  7. Return the pie to the oven for 10 minutes.
  8. When pie is done, remove and let cool completely. I prefer to make this pie the night before I need it so I can make sure the sugared zest has time to crystallize.
  9. When pie is cooled, cover and refrigerate.
  10. When ready to serve, mix up the homemade whipping cream. With a hand mixer, beat together the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until it has stiff peaks.
  11. Serve the pie with a dollop of fresh whipped cream, a sprinkle of the crystalized zest, and a few more fresh blueberries. DELICIOUS!
  12. You are going to love this pie!
  13. Enjoy!
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8 Comments

  1. Callie

    August 28, 2021 at 5:03 pm

    #augustgiveaway
    I love lemon and blueberries

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    • Maria

      October 26, 2021 at 8:58 am

      Same girl, same!

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  2. AnnS

    August 8, 2022 at 1:18 am

    So delicious! I loved the fresh blueberries with the creamy lemon filling. This pie is a keeper.

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    • Maria

      August 8, 2022 at 7:35 am

      Yay! So glad you liked it!

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      • Virginia Claire

        November 18, 2022 at 10:32 am

        Can this pie be frozen after it is made?

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        • Maria

          November 21, 2022 at 5:32 pm

          Hi Virginia, I haven’t ever frozen it, but I don’t see why it couldn’t. It is much like a cheesecake and cheesecakes freeze just Fine.

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  3. Kathy

    July 25, 2023 at 9:06 pm

    I love this recipe! A friend brought it to a potluck and she shared the recipe. No we have to figure out who is going to make it at each get-together because we crave it. We do add up to 2 cups blueberries to the filling and it turns out well.
    The sugar dried lemon zest on the top is a must!

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    • Maria

      August 2, 2023 at 1:39 pm

      This makes me so happy Kathy! I totally agree about the sugared lemon zest. Really takes it over the top. I am so glad you and your friend love this recipe as much as I do!

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