20 Blueberry Dessert Recipes for Peak Summer Eating
Use these recipes when you've got lots of berries on hand!
Goodness how we love blueberry season.
Whether we're growing 'em in our gardens, buying 'em from farmers' markets, or heading off to our favorite blueberry picking sites, it's a sign that summer's fully in swing when we've got buckets of blueberries on hand.
That's when we get cooking. From quick cakes to jams, shakes to cobblers, and of course plenty of pies, these are the recipes we turn to first when working our way through blueberry season. Enjoy!
Meyer Lemon-Blueberry Cakes
The distinct flavor of Meyer lemons complements fresh, sweet blueberries in these tasty little mini Bundts.
Blueberry-Lemon Loaf Cake
Edible violas, which echo the hue of the blueberries, make this sweet cake into a true celebration.
Blueberry-Thyme Jam
This homemade treat is a great way to use a blueberry haul.
Swirled Meringues with Blueberry Sauce
Classic meringue cookies become much tastier—and far more beautiful—stained with blueberries.
Blueberry Cobbler
This simple berry cobbler makes a great way to cap off a summer Sunday supper.
Blueberry Mint Cocktail
Fresh blueberries and mint make this whiskey-optional treat a true summer sipper.
Get the recipe for Blueberry Mint Cocktail.
Blueberry Lemon Shake
Ice cream, blueberries, and a touch of lemon give this simple summer shake a decadent flavor.
Glazed Blueberry Rolls
These tender, fruit-filled rolls are an any-time treat, whether you're looking for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Blueberry Basil Frozen Yogurt
You haven't had frozen yogurt like this before. Fresh basil gives this sweet homemade dessert a decidedly complex flavor.
Get the recipe for Blueberry Basil Frozen Yogurt.
Blueberry Crumb Pie
Perched at the intersection between a cobbler and a pie, this summery treat is best served when the berries are still warm and bubbling.
Blueberry Whoopie Pies
These light and airy dessert sandwiches are ideal for summer brunches.
Rooibos-Blueberry-Glazed Donut Holes
Fresh blueberries, rooibos tea, and hint of lemon make these donut holes a refreshing springtime sweet.
Fruit and Nut Trifle
Inspired by the mouthwatering descriptions in Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, this from-scratch trifle dessert is decadent with any kind of berry, but especially so with blueberries.
Get the recipe for Fruit and Nut Trifle.
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Mixed Berry Pie with Rye Crust
Rye flour has a reputation for tasting "healthy" but the nutty, earthy flavor works well as a counterpoint to sweet, tart mixed berries. Give it a try. We think you'll agree.
Get the recipe for Mixed Berry Pie with Rye Crust.
No Bake Cheesecake with Berry Toppings
While, as you can see, many berries will work to top this cheesecake, we think blueberries are best.
Almond, Peach and Blueberry Cobbler
Pull this recipe out when you see both blueberries and peaches at the farmers' market.
Blueberry and Peach Pie
If you want to get a little more elaborate than a cobbler, this blueberry peach pie is summer dessert perfection.
Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake
This simple summer dessert, courtesy the Pioneer Woman herself, is a dream to eat on warm, lazy evenings. "I always leave the sides of this cake unfrosted," she says. "So you see the beautiful layers."
Blueberry Cobbler
This juicy, warm, and buttery Southern favorite is the perfect finish to a meal.
Simple Blueberry Pie
Ultimately, when fresh blueberries are available, you don't need to do much to them. This simple pie filling adds a little lemon, some fresh ginger, a touch of sugar, and that's it.
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