19 Fresh Blueberry Recipes

By Article: Madoline Markham

Take advantage of summer blueberries with our best recipes for muffins, desserts, drinks, salads, and more.

Blueberries, sweet and juicy, are available year-round. North American blueberries are at their peak from mid-June through mid-August, but this fantastic fruit can be found fresh at any time. These blueberry recipes bring the taste of blueberries to the table, in soups, salads, dinners, and desserts. So enjoy fresh blueberry recipes like Grilled Pork Chops with Blueberry-Peach Salsa, or Blueberry-and-Kale Grain Salad if you want to bring blueberries to your suppertime table. For blueberry recipes that will start your day, enjoy Blueberry-Cinnamon Muffins, or Berry-and-Spice Whole Wheat Muffins. To cool down with the sweet taste of blueberries, our fresh blueberry recipes include Blueberry-Lime Granita, Berry Ice Cubes, and Blueberry-Cheesecake Ice Cream Pie. Blueberries are the sweet taste of every season, and our blueberry recipes will have you saying that they are very, berry good.

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Double Berry-Almond Galette

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Double Berry-Almond Galette

Here's a great baker's secret: Adding a splash of vodka to dough will give you a super-flaky crust, and the alcohol burns off while baking. We prefer to make this dough by hand; you can use a food processor, but the final result will yield a more crumbly, cookie-like texture.

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Blueberry-and-Kale Grain Salad

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Blueberry-and-Kale Grain Salad

Trust us—you're going to want to try this crunchy, sweet, and salty combo. Any variety of kale will do, and feel free to sub cooked farro, wild rice, or quinoa for the wheat berries.

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Petite Blueberry Cheesecakes

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Petite Blueberry Cheesecakes

As pretty as petits fours, these luscious little two-bite gems can be finished with any kind of berry or preserves. Get ahead, and bake the cheesecakes in advance. After baking, they'll freeze up to one month. Thaw and top with preserves and fruit before serving.

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Grilled Pork Chops with Blueberry-Peach Salsa

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Grilled Pork Chops with Blueberry-Peach Salsa

Go for bone-in center loin chops or loin chops at least 1½ inches thick. Meatier chops ensure a good char while the inside cooks through.

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Blueberry-Cheesecake Ice-Cream Pie

Recipe: Blueberry-Cheesecake Ice-Cream Pie   No cooking is needed to make this simple Blueberry-Cheesecake Ice-Cream Pie. Just be sure to freeze Blueberry-Cheesecake Ice-Cream Pie after adding each layer to ensure easy assembly and a layered look.

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Blueberry Salsa

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Blueberry Salsa

This good-for-you salsa can be ready for a party in 15 minutes flat. Serve with sturdy pita chips or atop grilled chicken.

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Blueberry Sherbet

Recipe: Blueberry Sherbet

You don’t have to use an ice-cream maker for this flavorful dessert. It only calls for five simple ingredients, a standard freezer, and a blender.

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Blueberry-Gorgonzola Salad

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Recipe: Blueberry-Gorgonzola Salad

Sweet summer berries pair perfectly with pungent Gorgonzola cheese and fresh herbs in this refreshing salad. Serve with your favorite summertime entrée or top with chicken for a main dish salad.

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Lemon-Blueberry Cream Pie

Recipe: Lemon-Blueberry Cream Pie

This fruity, five-star pie is the perfect sweet treat for your next special occasion. Your family and friends will devour the zesty lemon cream and fresh blueberries floating on a layer of graham cracker crust.

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Blueberry-Cinnamon Muffins

Recipe: Blueberry-Cinnamon Muffins

Forget the box mix and try this five-star scratch recipe. The cake-like consistency of the cinnamon-laced muffin will make it more than worthwhile.  Freeze the muffins and use them later for those busy mornings or for guests on weekends and holidays.
 

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Blueberry Bread Pudding

Recipe: Blueberry Bread Pudding

This decadent five-star recipe can be prepared a day in advance, making it perfect for entertaining. Serve for brunch or dessert.

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Blueberry Cobbler with Sugared Star Shortcakes

Recipe: Blueberry Cobbler with Sugared Star Shortcakes

Impress guests with this festive, fruity cobbler; they’ll have no idea how easy it was to make. Simply cut stars out of refrigerated biscuit dough and fill with a four-ingredient warm blueberry mixture. Garnish with sweetened whipped cream.

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Chilled Blueberry Soup

Recipe: Chilled Blueberry Soup

Start off a summer luncheon with this sweet, creamy soup. Served in stemmed glasses and top with a fresh mint garnish.

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Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea

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Recipe: Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea

Blueberries and lemon add a refreshing flair to iced tea for your next summer get-together.

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Lemon-Blueberry Layered Dessert

Recipe: Lemon-Blueberry Layered Dessert

This crowd-pleasing dessert can be in the freezer after just 15 minutes of prep time. Prepare individual servings in cocktail glasses or an elegant scoop-and-serve presentation in a trifle bowl.

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Berry Ice Cubes

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Berry Ice Cubes

Add a pop of color and flavor to summer sippers by freezing blueberries into ice cubes.

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Berry-and-Spice Whole Wheat Muffins

Recipe: Berry-and-Spice Whole Wheat Muffins

Warm spices add a comforting flair to these moist muffins. A decadent streusel topping completes a combination of sweet berries with a just-sweet-enough batter.

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Blueberry-Lime Granita

Recipe: Blueberry-Lime Granita

Like slushies? You’ll love this sophisticated and delicious Italian semi-frozen dessert. Keep in the freezer to serve after dinner on hot summer nights.

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Blueberry Soy Shakes

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Blueberry Soy Shakes

For a super simple breakfast, blend frozen blueberries with yogurt and soy milk. Substitute regular dairy milk if you prefer.

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