Enjoy the Jewels of Summer! Easy, Delicious Summer Berry Recipes

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on June 9, 2022

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Make the most of summer berries with these easy and delicious recipes! From salads to desserts, we've got you covered.

Now is the time for beautiful summer berries! Each time I go to the store, they are stocked with plum, juicy, ripe berries. And we've heard from so many of you who have picked or grown your own. And while we could just eat them straight from the carton, it's fun to use them in recipes too.

We've rounded up some of our favorite ways to use these beauties. From breakfast to dessert, there is something for everyone. Don't miss our summer jam and jelly post for even more ideas on how to use summer berries. Enjoy!

 

Overhead picture of Blueberry Buttermilk Breakfast Cake on a white plate with forks and napkins

This extraordinarily delicious Blueberry Buttermilk Breakfast Cake has a tender crumb, lots of plump, juicy berries and a crisp, sugar-kissed topping. An easy, one-bowl, no-mixer recipe!

Vertical closeup photo of a batch of Ridiculously Easy Lemon Raspberry Scones on a white pedestal stand.

These heavenly, melt-in-your-mouth Lemon Raspberry Scones are not only ridiculously delicious, they're also ridiculously easy and come together so quickly!

 

Overhead picture of summer kale salad on a wooden table with a blue and white napkin

Fresh, healthy and delicious this make-ahead Strawberry Kale Salad is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks and parties. The honey lemon dressing and candied pepitas take it over the top!

Overhead picture of strawberry galettes on blue and white plates

These fabulous Fresh Strawberry Galettes are bursting with summery flavor. The super-easy (actually ridiculously easy) recipe employs a "cheat" ingredient - but no one will know (or care once they take the first delicious bite)!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Easy Summer Berry Crisp with spoons and bowls on a wooden table.

10 minutes of prep is all that's between you and this crazy delicious, Ridiculously Easy Summer Berry Crisp. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream; it's nirvana in a bowl!

Vertical photo of a batch of Honey-Glazed Blueberry Bran Muffins on a white pedestal plate.

These fabulous one-bowl, no-mixer Blueberry Bran Muffins are high-fiber, super moist, studded with juicy blueberries and lower in refined sugar than most muffins!

 

Vertical picture of Fresh Strawberry Cake with powdered sugar on a wooden cake stand

This one-bowl, no-mixer Fresh Strawberry Cake comes together quickly, has a tender, moist crumb and lots of fabulous fresh strawberries!

 

Vertical overhead picture of Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad in a large white bowl

This beautiful Blueberry Arugula Herb Salad is super healthy and probably the freshest, most delicious salad that you'll ever have the pleasure of meeting... or eating! It's perfect for a crowd, great for parties, potlucks and picnics!

Vertical picture of lemon cheesecake with glazed berries on a glass cake stand on a black background

With a make-ahead, no-bake filling, a marmalade-glazed, fresh fruit topping and a delicious shortbread crust, this Lemon Cheesecake is universally loved!

 

Overhead picture of Summer Berry Galette

A quick (only 10 minutes prep time), easy and super delicious summer berry galette that's perfect for entertaining, yet simple enough for a weeknight splurge.

Thought for the  day:

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;
    his mercies never come to an end;
 they are new every morning;
    great is your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:13

What we're listening to for inspiration:

Agnus Dei / King of Kings

 

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2 Comments

  1. They look amazing and put together like a fine painting and melts your taste buds!!
    Each season brings more magic!!!
    Thank you!!