Is your freezer packed with frozen blueberries, and you’re wondering what to make with them besides smoothies? You’re in good company, and you’re about to be very well fed! These easy recipes with frozen blueberries turn that icy bag into warm cobbler, buttery scones, bubbling crisp, silky gelato, and jars of homemade jam. Whether you need a frozen blueberry dessert for a crowd, a quick breakfast, or a healthy frozen blueberry snack, there’s something here for you.
I’ll let you in on a little secret. Years ago, I was tasked with cleaning out a freezer full of berries that had been forgotten for far too long. Berry juice had melted, refrozen, and glued itself to everything. It was not my finest hour. I vowed right then never to let one year’s berries carry over into the next.
Since then, I’ve made it my mission to use up last year’s berries before this year’s harvest arrives. Our small Oregon farm grows plenty of blueberries, so I’ve had lots of practice! I call the problem “Berry Buildup,” and these recipes are my cure. Let’s get cooking!
Blend Up Blueberry Smoothies
Frozen blueberries were practically made for smoothies. They make the drink thick and frosty without a handful of ice. My sister’s favorite version sneaks in some chopped zucchini, and you’d never know it’s there. If you’d like a fat-free, no-sugar-added option, try my apple, banana, blueberry smoothie. Want a fruitier twist? Check out the strawberry, banana, and blueberry smoothie or the raspberry blueberry smoothie without bananas. Breakfast in a glass!
Bake Lemon Blueberry Scones
Bright lemon, juicy berries, and a sweet glaze make these glazed lemon blueberry scones a showstopper at brunch or a tea party. Here’s a tip: frozen blueberries are actually easier to work with when you’re mixing scone dough, because they hold their shape instead of bleeding into the batter. Serve them warm with a cup of tea. Yum!
Make a Rhubarb Blueberry Coffee Cake
This one fills the kitchen with the most wonderful aroma. My rhubarb blueberry coffee cake pairs tangy rhubarb with sweet blueberries under a crumbly streusel topping. It works for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, so you can serve it whenever the mood strikes. Rhubarb in your freezer too? Even better!
Whip Up an Easy Frozen Blueberry Cobbler
If I could only make one recipe with frozen blueberries, this would be it. My dear late mother-in-law handed down this easy blueberry cobbler, and I still have the ingredients on sticky notes. It uses pantry staples like flour, sugar, and oil, and the topping bakes up a bit like a flaky pie crust. Most of the time, I make it with berries straight from the freezer. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream. For a red, white, and blueberry twist, add a spoonful of raspberry syrup.
Fill Easy Blueberry Hand Pies
Pie without the fuss? Yes, please! These easy blueberry hand pies are made in the air fryer, so they won’t heat up your house in summer.
The post includes a foolproof pie crust recipe too. They’re perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, and anyone who loves a dessert with a built-in handle.
Bake a Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp
A crisp is the ultimate comfort dessert, and frozen berries work beautifully because they bubble up under that crunchy oat topping. My blueberry rhubarb crisp is easy enough to make any night of the week and good enough to serve to company. Top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and call it a day.
Try a Blueberry Cream Cheese Pie
Looking for a showstopping dessert that doesn’t take all afternoon? This blueberry cream cheese pie combines creamy and fruity in every bite. It’s a lovely choice for potlucks and holiday tables, and it’s always the first thing to disappear.
Layer a No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Mascarpone Cake
Not in the mood to turn on the oven? Frozen berries and homemade berry jam make a delicious filling for this easy lemon blueberry mascarpone cake. Prefer a mix of berries? Try the no-bake lemon berry mascarpone cake. Either one is a slice of bliss at your next gathering.
Churn Berry Gelato
My all-time favorite way to use frozen berries is berry gelato. It takes about five minutes of hands-on time. I puree four cups of frozen berries with sugar, water, lemon juice, and cream, then let my ice cream maker do the rest. In about 25 minutes, you’ve got a refreshing frozen dessert that’s much cheaper than store-bought. If you love it, I have many other gelato flavors to try.
Simmer Blueberry Syrup
Berry syrup is a great way to use up a large quantity of frozen blueberries. My easy blueberry syrup is simple to can, so you can store it for later. Pour it over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or even a cake in a mug. It also makes a lovely homemade gift.
Cook Up Blueberry Jam
Frozen berries make jam-making possible even when the local berries aren’t ripe yet. I made jam in early summer from last year’s freezer stash! Here are a few of my favorites:
Easy Raspberry Blueberry Jam, which doesn’t need any pectin
Blueberry Lime Jam for a citrusy zing
New to the process? Start with how to make jam from frozen berries.
Toss a Walnut Pear Blue Cheese Salad
Yes, frozen blueberries belong in salads too! Toss them into this walnut, pear, blue cheese salad for bursts of color and sweetness against the crunchy walnuts and tangy cheese. It’s a pretty side dish for a dinner party.
Which Frozen Blueberry Recipe Will You Try First?
There you have it: twelve easy ways to use frozen blueberries and say goodbye to Berry Buildup for good. Which one are you making first? I’d love to hear what you come up with, so leave a comment and tell me about your favorite berry creations. If you’d like even more recipe ideas, consider following my Easy Recipes board on Pinterest.
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I hope you get to try making some of these easy recipes for using frozen blueberries. If you would like even more recipe ideas, consider following my Easy Recipes board on Pinterest. Here’s to making wonderful creations from frozen blueberries, and may all of your frozen blueberry endeavors meet with success!
Lisa Mitchell is a wife, mom, teacher, and former school librarian who likes to create and share recipes, often using fresh ingredients from her family’s small Pacific Northwest farm. To learn more about what this website has to offer, click on over to the Welcome page.
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I so needed these ways to use frozen blueberries. My freezer has a stash, and I want to make good use of it. Thanks for the ideas!
You are most welcome. I’m glad you liked the ideas!