21 Delicious Blueberry Recipes to Bake at Home

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Blueberries are not only delicious but also packed with antioxidants. Here are 21 mouthwatering blueberry recipes you can easily bake in your own kitchen.

1. Classic Blueberry Muffins

These tender, moist muffins bursting with juicy blueberries are the perfect breakfast treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  4. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in blueberries.
  6. Divide batter among muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

2. Blueberry Crumble Bars

These buttery bars with a juicy blueberry filling and crumbly topping are irresistible.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 egg
  • 4 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter and egg until crumbly.
  3. Press half the mixture into the pan.
  4. Combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Spread over crust.
  5. Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until top is lightly browned.

3. Blueberry Lemon Pound Cake

This dense, moist pound cake combines the tartness of lemon with sweet blueberries.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla and lemon zest.
  4. Alternately add flour mixture and lemon juice/milk to the butter mixture.
  5. Gently fold in blueberries.
  6. Pour batter into pan and bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

4. Blueberry Cheesecake

This creamy cheesecake topped with a luscious blueberry sauce is a showstopper dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and butter; press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  3. Pour over crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until center is almost set.
  4. For sauce, simmer blueberries, water, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened.
  5. Cool cheesecake, then top with blueberry sauce before serving.

5. Blueberry Scones

These buttery scones studded with juicy blueberries are perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In another bowl, whisk cream, egg, and vanilla. Add to flour mixture and stir until just moistened.
  4. Gently fold in blueberries.
  5. Pat dough into an 8-inch circle on baking sheet. Cut into 8 wedges.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

6. Blueberry Pie

This classic blueberry pie with a flaky crust and juicy filling is a timeless favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pie crusts (homemade or store-bought)
  • 6 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg (for egg wash)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9-inch pie dish with one crust.
  2. Mix blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt. Pour into crust.
  3. Dot with butter. Cover with second crust, trim and crimp edges.
  4. Cut slits in top crust. Brush with beaten egg.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbly.

7. Blueberry Crumb Cake

This moist cake topped with blueberries and a crunchy streusel is perfect for brunch or dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to butter mixture.
  5. Spread batter in pan. Top with blueberries.
  6. Mix brown sugar and 1/4 cup flour. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over blueberries.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Blueberry Turnovers

These flaky pastries filled with sweet blueberry filling are a delightful hand-held treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
  3. Cut each pastry sheet into 4 squares.
  4. Place blueberry mixture in center of each square. Fold diagonally to form triangles.
  5. Seal edges with a fork. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

9. Blueberry Cobbler

This rustic dessert features a juicy blueberry base topped with tender, golden biscuits.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Pour into a 2-quart baking dish.
  3. For topping, mix flour, 2 tbsp sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.
  4. Stir in milk until just moistened. Drop by spoonfuls over blueberries.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly.

10. Blueberry Banana Bread

This moist banana bread studded with juicy blueberries is a delicious twist on a classic.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas (about 4-5 bananas)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and brown sugar. Beat in eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla.
  4. Gradually stir flour mixture into banana mixture.
  5. Gently fold in blueberries.
  6. Pour batter into pan and bake for 60-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

11. Blueberry Dutch Baby

This puffy, golden pancake studded with blueberries is a delightful breakfast treat.

Ingredients:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Whisk eggs, milk, flour, and salt until smooth.
  3. Melt butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven.
  4. Pour batter into hot skillet. Sprinkle with blueberries.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

12. Blueberry Crème Brûlée

This creamy custard with a layer of blueberries and a crisp caramelized top is an elegant dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Heat cream with vanilla bean in a saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat.
  3. Whisk sugar and egg yolks. Slowly whisk in hot cream.
  4. Divide blueberries among 4 ramekins. Pour custard over berries.
  5. Bake in a water bath for 30-35 minutes until set but still jiggly.
  6. Chill for at least 2 hours. Before serving, sprinkle with sugar and caramelize with a kitchen torch.

13. Blueberry Lemon Bars

These tangy-sweet bars feature a buttery crust and a vibrant blueberry lemon filling.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup lemon juice
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix 1 1/2 cups flour and powdered sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press into pan.
  3. Bake crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Whisk eggs, sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and lemon juice. Fold in blueberries.
  5. Pour over crust and bake for 20-25 minutes until set.
  6. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

14. Blueberry Buckle

This old-fashioned cake filled with blueberries and topped with streusel is perfect with coffee.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla.
  4. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to butter mixture. Fold in blueberries.
  5. Spread batter in pan.
  6. Mix brown sugar, 1/3 cup flour, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over batter.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

15. Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish

These flaky pastries filled with cream cheese and blueberries are a delightful breakfast treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, separated
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tbsp coarse sugar

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth.
  3. Cut each pastry sheet into 9 squares.
  4. Spread cream cheese mixture in center of each square. Top with blueberries.
  5. Fold corners to center, pinching to seal. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

16. Blueberry Bread Pudding

This comforting dessert combines cubes of bread with juicy blueberries in a rich custard.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups day-old bread cubes
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange bread cubes and blueberries in the dish.
  3. Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour custard over bread and blueberries. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until set and golden brown.

17. Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

These chewy oatmeal cookies studded with blueberries are a healthier twist on classic cookies.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 1/2 cups dried blueberries

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugars. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. Gradually stir in flour mixture. Fold in oats and blueberries.
  5. Drop by spoonfuls onto baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned.

18. Blueberry Crisp

This easy dessert features juicy blueberries topped with a crunchy oat topping.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Pour into a 9-inch baking dish.
  3. Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.
  4. Sprinkle topping over blueberries.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until topping is golden and filling is bubbly.

19. Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

This creamy cheesecake with swirls of blueberry sauce is a stunning dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and butter; press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  3. For sauce, simmer blueberries, water, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened.
  4. Pour half the cheesecake batter over crust. Dollop with half the blueberry sauce. Repeat layers.
  5. Swirl with a knife.
  6. Bake for 55-60 minutes until center is almost set.

20. Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

These fluffy pancakes with ricotta cheese and blueberries are a luxurious breakfast treat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Method:

  1. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk milk, ricotta, eggs, sugar, and lemon zest.
  3. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
  4. Fold in blueberries.
  5. Cook pancakes on a greased griddle over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.

21. Blueberry Jam

This homemade blueberry jam is perfect for spreading on toast or using in other recipes.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh blueberries
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until thickened.
  4. Test for doneness by placing a small amount on a chilled plate. If it gels, it’s done.
  5. Let cool slightly, then transfer to sterilized jars.

Enjoy these delicious blueberry recipes!

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