20 Ways to Turn Berries Into Dessert

Recipe: Blackberry Gelato

Created by Blackberry Farm, an award-winning luxury hotel and resort in eastern Tennessee, this recipe is made with vanilla gelato and swirls of homemade blackberry purée.

Recipe: Fried Blueberry-Ginger Hand Pies Recipe

These hand pies are made with a fresh ginger to give the berry filling a dash of heat that’s sure to sizzle at any summer soirée.

Recipe: Berries With Tequila Cream

For a smokier flavor, user mescal for this velvety cream.

Recipe: Double Berry-Almond Galette

The only thing better than this beautiful mixed berry presentation is the scrumptious filling you’ll get in every bite.

Perfect for a day at the beach, this treat is not only kid-friendly, but it takes less than 15 minutes to whip together.

Recipe:
Combine 1 lb. fresh strawberries, sliced, with 2 cups fresh blueberries; sprinkle with 3 Tbsp. sugar, and toss. Let stand 10 minutes. Spoon evenly over 10 vanilla or chocolate miniature ice-cream sandwiches; dollop with 1⁄2 (8-oz.) container thawed whipped topping.

Recipe: Strawberry Dream Cake

With layers perfectly filled with upright strawberries, each bite of this cake is sure to be a delicious dream.

Recipe: Buttermilk-Blackberry Pops

Take your frozen treat game to the next level by adding berries in all the right ways.

Recipe: Mini Strawberry Tarts

Top these tarts with fresh strawberries tossed in sugar for a hint of added sweetness. 

Recipe: Raspberry Tiramisù Bites

Whether you serve in simple shot glasses or larger clear dishes, this dish is so quick to fix you can make dozens at a time.

Recipe: Honey-Balsamic-Blueberry Pie

We love how a touch of tangy-sweet balsamic vinegar mixed with cinnamon, honey, and a pinch of black pepper boosts the sweetness of blueberries in this after dinner favorite.

Step-by-Step Video: Lattice Pie Crust

Recipe: Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake Recipe

This moist dessert mixes texture from medium-grind cornmeal with the sweet taste of fresh blueberries for the perfect summer cake combination.

Recipe: Mile-High Mini Strawberry Pies

Our trick for perfect mini pies? While your first batch of pies bakes, chill your reserved crust rounds. After you’ve let the pan completely cool off, you can start your second batch.

Recipe: Blackberry, Browned Butter, and Almond Tart Recipe

This crust-less tart is a Blackberry Farm creation. Made in a tart pan, these treats act like a cookie on the outside but give way to juicy blackberries and dense butter cake texture on the inside. 

Recipe: Strawberry-Basil Ice-Cream
 

Pulse basil, lemon juice, and strawberries to help these distinct flavors collide just right. 

Recipe: Blackberry Wine Sorbet

Serve this sweet treat on a hot summer night for a perfectly refreshing end to your meal.

Recipe: TennTucky Blackberry Cobbler Recipe

Savor in-season blackberries in this cobbler that’s bursting with berry flavor.

Recipe: Blueberry-Lemon Zest Ice Cream

Add some fresh berries, and you’re sure to have a hard time limiting yourself to one scoop.

Recipe: Very Berry Summer Pudding

Adding blueberries to a classic bread pudding is a sure way to create an instant summer hit.

Recipe: Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie

Sweet strawberry flavor meets pretzels and salt to create an irresistible and refreshing dessert. Top it with whipped cream, and you’ll have a hard time walking away from the table.

Recipe: Strawberry-Ginger Lemonade Floats

Beat the summer heat with a refreshing treat that pairs the frozen delight of ice cream with a sparkle of carbonation.