Who doesn’t love blueberries? Besides having incredible color, blueberries taste fabulous and are often available year-round. I’ve used them in all sorts of desserts and sweet treats, including a unique cocktail.
Growing up, I lived just up the road from a large blueberry patch. It was in someone’s backyard and they would allow folks to go pick blueberries whenever you’d like. Payment was made into a tin coffee can via the honor system. Those were simplier times. Blueberry picking and eating was a favorite summer activity. That’s why today I’ve rounded up My Best Blueberry Recipes. I’m sure you’ll find something special to add to your repertoire. If you’re blueberry-obsessed like I am, you’ll probably want to make all of these blueberry recipes many times.
My Best Blueberry Recipes
I was inspired to create this blueberry recipe when I found a gorgeous shortcake pan. (If you’re also a fan of specialty cakes, you might want to take a look at my post on Specialty Cakes to Bake at Home here.) Of course, these shortcakes are loaded with blueberries. They’re finished off with more blueberries and a lemon glaze, plus a sprinkling of confectioners’ sugar and lemon zest.
SHOP: Shortcake Baking Pan
Here’s another blueberry recipe that brings together the delightfully refreshing flavors of lemon and blueberries. It’s a fun recipe to experiment with in the middle of winter the way I did. Given the popularity of whoopie pies, though, you’ll probably want to bake them whenever you get the chance.
This is a quick bread, so it doesn’t take long to whip up. The batter is jam-packed with fresh blueberries highlighted with lemon. As you can tell, I love the combination of blueberries and lemon.
In case you’re wanting more lemony goodness, check out my Collection of Delicious Lemon Recipes here.
These cuties are tasty and simple to put together. You just pipe a cream cheese filling into store-bought mini phyllo pastry shells and top with a spoonful of blueberry sauce. I have a feeling this professional-looking dessert will become one of your entertaining go-to’s.
Are you wanting something sweet to accompany the cup of coffee you have in the morning or middle of the afternoon? You can whip up these muffins easily with ingredients you’re likely to have on hand. I often bake these in the summer when blueberries are in season where I live.
Blueberry Boy Bait (Blueberry Cake)
I got this blueberry recipe with the fun name from my grandma. Boy bait, which dates back to the 1920s, is similar to coffee cake or buckle and is pretty straightforward: batter, berries, and crumb topping. You can serve it for breakfast, brunch, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. Boys AND girls of every age will love it!
More of my Favorite Blueberry Recipes
Beautiful to behold, these meringues have a delicate crunch and just the right amount of sweetness. Their lightness also makes them the perfect blueberry recipe for spring and summer! You will be looking for excuses to fix this fancy treat.
Don’t let the name of this unique dessert throw you! To make a grunt, you simply steam small sweet dumplings in a shallow bowl of fruit, in this case, wild blueberries. Served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, the sweet-tart flavor is intense.
SHOP: Mini Square Skillet
Blueberry Almond Pancake Pudding
Have you ever wondered what to do with leftover pancakes? Why not combine them with blueberries, sliced almonds, and custard for an unbeatable breakfast casserole? Topped with real maple syrup and real whipped cream, this is a blueberry recipe your family will be begging you to make.
Zucchini Bread Blueberry Crisp
Yes! You read that title correctly. Zucchini bread batter is layered with blueberry crisp, baked, and then served warm with vanilla ice cream. I had this marvelous mashup for the first time in Kennebunkport, Maine and couldn’t wait to recreate the recipe at home during my Year of the Skillet.
This is another lovely blueberry recipe from my Year of the Skillet. I used store-bought pie dough when I baked these during the summer, but you are welcome to fix your favorite crust. You can also customize the filling to suit your preference for sweet versus tart. These skillet pies are as cute as they are delicious!
SHOP: Mini Skillet Pans
These darling pies are a cinch to make. You simply spoon homemade blueberry filling into small jars, cover them with store-bought crust cut to fit, sprinkle with coarse sugar, and bake. The hard part will be waiting for the pies to cool a bit before taking a bite.
SHOP: Sunglasses Desset Picks
In this delectable pie, a custard center is covered with a generous layer of homemade blueberry filling. All of that goodness rests in a graham cracker crust that has a surprise ingredient-coconut. The blueberry lovers in your life will go gaga for this pie recipe!
This blueberry recipe is also included in my Collection of Favorite Pies from IBC.
You will feel healthy eating this blueberry treat for dessert (or even breakfast!) on a hot day. Besides the molds and sticks, you’ll need yogurt, fresh berries, granola, and honey. Plus, about four hours of lead time to make and freeze the pops.
SHOP: Popsicle Mold
This gorgeous cocktail is made with blueberry rum, simple syrup, lime juice, club soda, and, of course, blueberries. For garnish, add a sprig of mint and a few more blueberries along with a colorful paper straw. You’ll probably wish every day was Friday and the start of the weekend.
SHOP: Red Paper Straws
That’s a wrap!
I hope this latest recipe compilation inspires you to hop on the blueberry train with me. Once you’re on, you won’t want to get off. Of course, you won’t need to with all of these luscious blueberry recipes from Inspired by Charm!
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thank you for all of these, I’m a sucker for blueberry pies, muffins and all the go-to blueberry baked stuff, but I really appreciate the Blueberry Lemon Whoopie Pies, love lemon too so that much better paired with blueberry and whoopies are not something I’ve ever made or don’t think even eaten!
I LOVE blueberries especially this time of year when you can find them locally grown. So good! Enjoy the recipes, Sabrina!
xo Michael
I love these compilations! Lots of yummo in one place. Thanks!
Yes!! That’s the goal. Thank you! Thank you!!
xo Michael
Oh. My.!!! Too bad we don’t have Wonka Vision so I could reach in a grab one of those blueberry shortcakes! Thanks for all the fabulous recipes – I can’t wait to try them out. I just subscribed too – I love your site!