16 Irresistible Blueberry Recipes to Make Before the Season Ends Featuring everything from refreshing smoothies to delectable desserts. Close Credit: Ryan Liebe While you can buy blueberries year-round, summer is the prime season for this sweet native fruit. They're easy to enjoy as a snack, add to your morning oatmeal, or bake into delicious treats for sharing. There are numerous ways to incorporate blueberries into your cooking. To inspire you, we've compiled a selection of our favorite sweet blueberry recipes, along with a few hearty smoothie options. The next time you stop by your local fruit stand, pick up fresh blueberries and indulge in one of the season's best treats. How to Store Blueberries So They Stay Fresh and Juicy 01 of 16 Baked Blueberry French Toast Casserole Credit: Mike Krautter Making blueberry French toast for a crowd has never been easier. Our baked blueberry French toast casserole is the perfect make-ahead breakfast. It's creamy in the middle, toasted on the edges, and dusted with powdered sugar to top it off. View Recipe 02 of 16 Blueberry Tart Tarts are a simple dessert that make the most out of the fruit they're filled with. Our blueberry tart recipe uses six cups of blueberries and combines plenty of lemon juice, zest, and sugar for a sweet and tangy flavor. View Recipe 03 of 16 Lemon Blueberry Muffins Credit: Rachel Marek Whether you're baking muffins for breakfast or a sweet midday snack, these lemon blueberry muffins are sure to delight. They combine fresh lemon juice and zest with sweet blueberries—and take just 30 minutes to prepare. View Recipe 04 of 16 Blueberry Buttermilk Waffles Credit: Mike Krautter Adding blueberries to breakfast staples is always a good thing—and our blueberry buttermilk waffles recipe makes it even easier to do. It's a great dish to serve for breakfast or brunch with guests. We finish the waffles with tangy crème fraîche, rich whipped cream, or sweet maple syrup before serving. View Recipe 05 of 16 Banana-Blueberry Smoothie Credit: Jacob Fox Blueberry smoothies are a great way to start the day—and an easy way to make sure you're getting your daily dose of fruit. This smoothie has just three ingredients: banana, blueberries, and nonfat plain yogurt. View Recipe 06 of 16 Blueberry Crumble Credit: Bryan Gardner This blueberry crumble recipe makes the most out of peak blueberry season by using a full 2 pounds of berries. It calls for pantry staples like cornstarch, brown sugar, and flour—so as long as you have enough berries, you can bake it on the fly. View Recipe 07 of 16 Classic Blueberry Crumb Cake Credit: Jake Sternquist It's time crumb cake got its moment in the spotlight. It comes together in just over an hour and boasts the perfect sweet yet tangy flavor. Our classic blueberry crumb cake is moist, buttery, and filled with fresh blueberries and sour cream. View Recipe 08 of 16 Blueberry-Mint Lemonade Indulge in this sweet, refreshing blueberry mint lemonade on a hot summer day. Our recipe makes enough for a small crowd and calls for just five ingredients: blueberries, lemon juice, homemade mint syrup, and a garnish of lemon slices and blueberries. View Recipe 09 of 16 Blueberry-Cheesecake Icebox Cake Credit: Christopher Testani Icebox cakes are an iconic, old-school dessert that you have to make this summer. It's a delicious, no-bake treat that's easy to make and sure to be devoured by all ages. This blueberry cheesecake icebox cake is layered with all the good things—graham cracker sheets, cream cheese, fresh blueberries, lemon juice, and more. View Recipe 10 of 16 Blueberry Scones Credit: Bryan Gardner Whether you pair them with afternoon tea or your morning coffee, you can't go wrong with a buttery, blueberry scone. Our blueberry scone recipe results in fluffy scones studded with juicy berries and just enough tangy flavor from the lemon. View Recipe 11 of 16 Cucumber Blueberry Smoothie Mix and mingle sweet and savory for this refreshing smoothie. Our cucumber and blueberry smoothie is incredibly hydrating, while still providing a sweet treat to enjoy at any time of the day. View Recipe 12 of 16 No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake for a Crowd Credit: Alpha Smoot This extra-large cheesecake is the perfect no-bake dessert to bring to a summer potluck party. Whipped cream is gently folded into a lemony ricotta-and-cream-cheese filling, then sandwiched between vanilla wafer crust and juicy blueberries. View Recipe 13 of 16 Glazed Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake Credit: Mike Krautter Coffee bundt cake is an impressive brunch dish, and this lemon and blueberry coffee cake version will leave your guests wanting more. To top it off, a lemon glaze adds a bright burst of flavor to every bite. View Recipe 14 of 16 Blueberry Pie Credit: Jake Sternquist Blueberry pie is a traditional summertime dessert that everyone loves. Our recipe results in a golden, butter crust with a juicy berry filling that is sure to be sweet. Serve it with freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate pairing. View Recipe 15 of 16 Blueberry-Banana Skyr Smoothie Credit: Lennart Weibull This blueberry, banana, and Skyr yogurt smoothie is packed with protein and gets an extra boost of flavor from a dash of cinnamon. It's a great smoothie option for a quick breakfast, or filling afternoon snack. View Recipe 16 of 16 Oven-Baked Blueberry Pancake Credit: Ryan Liebe If you're serving brunch for a crowd, try this oven-baked blueberry pancake. It's a low-lift recipe that makes prep, clean up, and serving that much easier. Serve it with butter and maple syrup, alongside other brunch favorites like crispy bacon. View Recipe Explore more: Recipes Ingredients Fruit Blueberry Recipes