Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Desserts Easy Blueberry Recipes to Enjoy All Summer and Beyond This round-up includes a no-bake option, a frozen drink, and a recipe that went viral on TikTok. By Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple and previously launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 10, 2024 Close Photo: Getty Images These blueberry recipes prove that blueberries can be used in all sorts of dishes, and their use does not begin and end with blueberry muffins. From acaí bowls and frozen blueberry lemonade to ambrosia and cookies, there are many ways to incorporate these juicy blue gems into your rotation. Ahead, we offer several crowd-pleasing recipes that feature this sweet little fruit—so you can make the best of your blueberries when they are in peak season or year-round (when you freeze them). 01 of 17 Blueberry Sweet Corn Shortcake Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen In this show-stopping blueberry dessert, you make a from-scratch blueberry compote that crowns the cake. Unlike traditional shortcakes, this cake batter incorporates cornmeal and fresh corn for a unique, sweet-and-savory taste. Buttermilk spiked whipped cream gets sandwiched between the cake's layers cutting the sweetness while also bringing the creaminess to this cake. GET THE RECIPE 02 of 17 Grilled Chicken With Blueberry Peach Salsa Greg DuPree Sweet blueberries and peaches come together with cilantro, lime, and oil in a delicious salsa that perfectly complements the savory dish. You'll want to pile on the salsa to your plate to add a robust burst of flavor to each bite. The salsa would also give an extraordinary taste to grilled fish or shrimp tacos. GET THE RECIPE 03 of 17 Mixed Berry Biscuit Cobbler Kelsey Hansen With just five ingredients (most are pantry staples) and 15 minutes of hands-on time, you can make this mouthwatering blueberry cobbler for six. The golden, flaky biscuits are homemade using a super simple recipe. The cobbler is best served warm with all the ice cream you desire. GET THE RECIPE 04 of 17 Healthy Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins Tara Donne Studded with blueberries and sprinkled with turbinado sugar, this classic sweet is delicious any time of day. Plus, you can freeze any extras you might have to keep them around for up to three months. Sweep a little butter on top before taking your first bite for more flavor. GET THE RECIPE 05 of 17 Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake Greg DuPree For the ultimate sweet-tart treat, try this lemon blueberry dessert, a no-bake icebox cake that's super easy to make. Simply take 25 minutes to prep before bed, then wake up to a delicious treat just waiting to be devoured. Scatter blueberries, mint leaves, and lemon slices atop the cake just before serving. GET THE RECIPE 06 of 17 Vegan Blueberry Cookies Justine Eats This TikTok-famous dessert requires just a few ingredients—and it's the perfect healthy blueberry dessert to pack for picnics or school lunches. Plus, it only takes six minutes of prep time, so you can make these easily when you're craving a sweet treat. In fact, all together, it'll take you just under an hour (with 30 minutes of chill time included) to bake up this vegan dessert. GET THE RECIPE 07 of 17 Nutty Superfood Breakfast Bites Grace Elkus Chewy and crunchy, these healthy and balanced breakfast bars will provide you with all the energy you'll need to power through your morning. The recipe makes enough bars to last you all week, so you don't have to waste any time thinking of what you'll eat for breakfast. Drizzle the bars with melted dark chocolate for extra delight in each bite. GET THE RECIPE 08 of 17 Berry Oat Crumble Antonis Achilleos This super simple healthy blueberry dessert recipe features a topping of oats and walnuts over blueberries baked to perfection. Plus, you'll only need 15 minutes in the kitchen before you hand it over to the oven. This crumble tastes best when served warm with a scoop of ice cream. GET THE RECIPE 09 of 17 Berry Matcha Smoothie Getty Images Say hello to your new favorite way to wake up. This blueberry matcha smoothie squeezes out all the nutritious benefits of blueberries into a delicious drink in just five minutes. This smoothie, which might just become your new daily ritual, helps reduce inflammation and may improve your mood. GET THE RECIPE 10 of 17 Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake With Yogurt Jennifer Causey Whether you're serving in the afternoon with tea or in the morning with a cup of joe, this lemon blueberry pound cake is deliciously moist and sweet. This cake gets its creamy tang from whisking ½ cup of plain whole-milk yogurt into the batter. Coating the frozen blueberries in flour before folding them into the batter can help them not sink to the bottom while baking. GET THE RECIPE 11 of 17 Summer Ambrosia Jennifer Causey Ambrosia is an ideal dessert or side to serve up on a warm day when you need something fresh and fruity. This blueberry-studded recipe has all the ambrosia staples (fruit, marshmallows, and toasted coconut), all mixed in with the honey-lime dressing of your dreams. Chopped mint is added to the blend for a cool, refreshing taste. GET THE RECIPE 12 of 17 Whole Grain Blueberry Muffins Con Poulos If you're looking for a better-for-you blueberry muffin, try this recipe that uses whole-wheat flour, rolled oats, and flaxseed meal. These muffins are a great way to get in a good serving of fiber. Plus, you can easily store an extra batch in the freezer, so you can always have one on hand for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack. GET THE RECIPE 13 of 17 Acai Coconut Smoothie Bowl Grace Elkus For a healthy smoothie bowl, go for this ten-minute acai coconut bowl. Start by blending a couple of acai packs with frozen blueberries, bananas, and coconut water. Then, top your bowl with fresh fruit, toasted coconut chips, and granola. The recipe makes one serving, so you don't have to worry about storing leftovers. GET THE RECIPE 14 of 17 Frozen Blueberry Lemonade Charles Masters If you need a fast and easy blueberry indulgence, just blend up this non-alcoholic slushy drink in five minutes or less. It's made by blending fresh blueberries, lemonade, powdered sugar, mint, and a few handfuls of ice. Top off each glass with mint sprigs for a lovely presentation before serving. GET THE RECIPE 15 of 17 Summer Berry Trifle With Elderflower Cream Greg DuPree This elderflower-spiked trifle is the perfect dessert to serve at a bridal shower, boozy brunch, or a 21+ 4th of July party. It's a presentation-worthy dessert that conveniently feeds over a dozen people (16 to be exact). Between each layer of sweet cream are crushed cookies and lots of mixed berries. GET THE RECIPE 16 of 17 Peach Blueberry Buckle Jens Mortensen Combine two summer all-stars—peaches and blueberries—for a simply delicious dessert. Sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch to the buckle. While it needs 60 to 80 minutes in the oven, you'll only need 20 minutes of hands-on time. This means you can sit back and relax while breathing in the pleasant fruity scent that will surely fill your home. GET THE RECIPE 17 of 17 Oatmeal With Blueberries, Sunflower Seeds, and Agave Danny Kim One of the reasons we love oatmeal for breakfast (other than its health benefits) is that it takes just a handful of ingredients and rarely more than 10 minutes of your time. This bowl of oats is no exception. Blueberries give a pop of robust fruity flavor in each bite, while sunflower seeds add a lovely crunch to the bowl. A swift drizzling of agave nectar adds a simple sweetness (that's healthier than a conventional sugar alternative). GET THE RECIPE The Best Way to Store Blueberries So They Stay Fresh Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit