17 berry recipes to justify buying another pint
Berries are everywhere right now, and these 17 berry recipes make the most of them. From fresh salads to super simple jams and dressings, berries add that fresh, sweet punch we all love in the summer. Keep them in mind next time you’ve got a fridge full of fruit that needs attention.
Balsamic Strawberries with Mint
Though this recipe sounds gourmet, it’s surprisingly simple to prepare. Enjoy these balsamic strawberries with mint on their own or over ice cream for a deliciously unique dessert. Get the recipe: Balsamic Strawberries with Mint
Zucchini Blueberry Bread with Lemon Glaze
This blueberry zucchini bread with lemon glaze is the sweet spot between summer baking and using up what’s in the crisper drawer. The blueberries bring the pop, the zucchini keeps it tender, and the lemon glaze seals the deal. Get the recipe: Zucchini Blueberry Bread with Lemon Glaze
Spinach Berry Chicken Salad
This spinach berry chicken salad is what delicious lunches are made of. It’s light, fresh, and easy to switch up depending on what’s in your fridge. Get the recipe: Spinach Berry Chicken Salad
Raspberry Chia Jam
Jam doesn’t have to be complicated, and this raspberry chia version keeps it simple with just three ingredients and no refined sugar. It’s naturally sweetened, good on everything, and takes almost no time to make. Get the recipe: Raspberry Chia Jam
Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie
This cottage cheese smoothie has naturally sweet strawberries, bananas, and a serious protein punch. Cottage cheese is your secret weapon for leveling up your morning smoothie or powering through those post-workout gains. Get the recipe: Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Raspberry Melon Breakfast Bowls
These breakfast bowls are light, fresh, and full of summer fruit. Raspberries and melon pair perfectly with Greek yogurt, granola, and a touch of maple syrup. It’s a nice way to start the day when it’s too hot to cook. Get the recipe: Raspberry Melon Breakfast Bowls
Strawberry Overnight Oats
This sweet, creamy overnight oats recipe features fresh seasonal strawberries and protein-packed Greek yogurt. This is destined to become your favorite summer breakfast. Get the recipe: Strawberry Overnight Oats
Berry Sauce
This berry sauce comes together in just 10 minutes and works with any mix of strawberries, raspberries, or whatever’s on hand. It’s bright, versatile, and good on everything from pancakes to dessert. Get the recipe: Berry Sauce
Strawberry Mousse
Strawberry mousse is the perfect mix of fresh strawberry flavor and creamy goodness. With just five ingredients and five easy steps, it’s a sweet, honey-sweetened dessert that’s both simple and delicious. Get the recipe: Strawberry Mousse
Blueberry Frozen Bark
For a tasty snack or a refreshing dessert, try this blueberry frozen cottage cheese bark. Picture cottage cheese swirled with blueberry jam and topped with fresh blueberries and granola, frozen into a bark that’s creamy, fruity, and delicious. Get the recipe: Blueberry Frozen Cottage Cheese Bark
Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites
Summer is the perfect time for delicious treats that don’t take much effort. These strawberry frozen yogurt bites come together in minutes with just two simple ingredients. Get the recipe: Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites
Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie
This blueberry oatmeal smoothie is thick, creamy, and naturally sweet from the berries. With Greek yogurt and oats, it’s filling, refreshing, and perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Get the recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie
Strawberry Vinaigrette
Add a fresh twist to your meals with strawberry vinaigrette. Made with ripe strawberries, olive oil, lemon zest, and white wine vinegar, this dressing brings something special to greens, pasta salads, and more. Get the recipe: Strawberry Vinaigrette
Blueberry Banana Waffles
These banana blueberry waffles are crispy outside and soft and fluffy inside. Serve with maple syrup and fresh berries for an easy breakfast or brunch, and the bonus is that they freeze well. Get the recipe: Blueberry Banana Waffles
Strawberry Muffins
Strawberry muffins are a fantastic way to make the most of fresh summer berries! Their soft, fluffy texture combined with the sweet, juicy strawberries makes for a delicious treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Get the recipe: Strawberry Muffins
Strawberry Salad
This summer strawberry salad is bursting with freshness from strawberries, tomatoes, basil, and easy balsamic glaze. The sweetness in the juicy strawberries pairs perfectly with the greens and balsamic glaze. Top with edible flowers for a gorgeous summer plate. Get the recipe: Strawberry Salad
Iced Blueberry Matcha Latte
This iced blueberry matcha latte is fruity, refreshing, and way too good to gatekeep. Made with homemade blueberry syrup and honestly better than anything you’d grab at Starbucks. Get the recipe: Iced Blueberry Matcha Latte
Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
This easy strawberry Tres Leches cake is a delightful twist on the Latin American classic. A fluffy sponge cake soaked in a sweet milk mixture with strawberry purée and jam, topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries, offering a rich strawberry flavor that brings a taste of summer to any occasion. Get the recipe: Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
Cinnamon Blueberry Cobbler
Plump, juicy berries sink into a cinnamon-scented cobbler that’s golden and rich without a drop of butter. Cashew butter brings the magic, and a scoop of ice cream takes it all the way to summer dessert bliss. Get the recipe: Cinnamon Blueberry Cobbler