Blueberry Four Layer Dessert

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.

   Ongeveer 5 min

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and the granulated sugar for the crust.

   Ongeveer 2 min

3. 3

   Add the softened butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.

   Ongeveer 3 min

4. 4

   Stir in the finely chopped pecans, then press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

   Ongeveer 3 min

5. 5

   Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden brown.

   Ongeveer 18 min

6. 6

   Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

   Ongeveer 1 uur

   Tip van de kok: Ensuring the crust is fully cool prevents the cream cheese layer from melting.

7. 7

   While the crust cools, prepare the blueberry layer by combining the blueberries, water, cornstarch, and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan.

   Ongeveer 2 min

8. 8

   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

   Ongeveer 7 min

9. 9

   Remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the drained crushed pineapple, and set aside to cool to room temperature.

10. 10

    In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and free of lumps.

    Ongeveer 2 min

11. 11

    Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.

    Ongeveer 2 min

12. 12

    Gently fold in the portion of whipped topping designated for the cream cheese layer using a spatula.

    Ongeveer 1 min

13. 13

    Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the completely cooled crust.

    Ongeveer 3 min

14. 14

    Carefully spoon the cooled blueberry mixture over the cream cheese layer and spread it out gently.

    Ongeveer 3 min

15. 15

    Top with the remaining whipped topping for the garnish, spreading to cover the blueberry layer.

    Ongeveer 2 min

16. 16

    Sprinkle the chopped pecans for the garnish over the top.

    Ongeveer 1 min

17. 17

    Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set, before slicing and serving.

    Ongeveer 4 uur

    Tip van de kok: Chilling overnight yields the best results for clean slices.