10 Best Lemon Blueberry Recipes for a Burst of Bright Flavor
Blueberry bliss with a lemon twist!
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Spring is in full swing, so it's finally time to take advantage of your favorite seasonal fruits! There's just something about the arrival of warmer weather that calls for light, zesty desserts. And there's no better way to celebrate the season than with one of the dreamiest, sweet-tart pairings around: lemon and blueberry! Although lemons and blueberries can be found in stores year-round, they truly shine in the spring and summer months, when the heat calls for a juicy, refreshing treat. Whether there's a basket of fresh blueberries sitting on the counter or a few too many lemons from the latest farmers' market haul, there's no shortage of lemon blueberry recipes that put them to good use.
Take it from Ree Drummond herself, who discovered the delicious chemistry between lemon and blueberry when experimenting with pancakes one summer morning. "I threw in lemon for two reasons: one, the juice, when combined with the evaporated milk, results in a little bit of a buttermilk effect," Ree once said. "Two, I love lemon with blueberries." Once you try these lemon blueberry recipes, you will too!
Whether you're planning a picnic, hosting a backyard brunch, or simply looking to brighten up your usual breakfast ideas, these lemon blueberry recipes are here to elevate your spring and summer bakes. Think moist lemon blueberry loaves, tender lemon blueberry cakes, bright blueberry lemon muffins, and beyond! The citrusy tang of lemon combined with the sweet juiciness of blueberries makes these recipes as versatile as they are tasty. So grab your fresh lemons, scoop up some juicy blueberries, and get ready to whip up some sunshine in the kitchen!
Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake
It doesn't get simpler (or sweeter) than sheet cake! This summer sheet cake is chock-full of zesty lemon and sweet blueberry flavor, featuring a layer of pretty purple frosting and even more fresh blueberries on top. It travels well for any summer potlucks or cookouts, thanks to the sheet pan it's baked in.
Get Ree's Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake recipe.
Lemon Blueberry Bread
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially when it doubles as dessert! Between the bright citrusy cake, juicy blueberries smattered within the batter, and sweet glaze, each bite is an absolute treat for the taste buds.
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Lemon Blueberry Cake
There are endless reasons for celebration in spring and summer, all of which call for a sunny cake! That's where this quick lemon blueberry cake comes in. Packed with colorful berries and zingy lemon zest and topped with soft cream cheese frosting, this single-layer cake is the perfect addition to your summer dessert rotation.
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Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Here's another mouthwatering morning treat that plays off the classic combination of lemon and blueberries! In this recipe, it's all about the bright lemon flavor, which gets enhanced when you rub the lemon zest into the granulated sugar to release the fragrant oils for an ultra-zingy batter.
Get Ree's Lemon Blueberry Muffins recipe.
Blueberry Lemon Pancakes
The only thing better than waking up to a plate of blueberry pancakes is waking up to a plate of blueberry lemon pancakes. Grated lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh blueberries ensure the pancakes are full of flavor, but it doesn't hurt to add even more berries and a dollop of lemon curd on top!
Get Ree's Blueberry Lemon Pancakes recipe.
Blueberry Lemonade
What better way to wash down all these lemon blueberry desserts than with a refreshing glass of lemonade? With only four ingredients—sugar, water, lemons, and blueberries—it's so simple to make!
Get Ree's Blueberry Lemonade recipe.
Blueberry Upside-Down Cake
The old-school formula for an upside-down cake works just as well with blueberries! Here, cake batter is layered on top of a sweet blueberry topping in the pan, then the whole thing is inverted after cooling. Don't forget to top it with a fluffy layer of lemon whipped cream, infused with both lemon zest and lemon juice!
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Blueberry Lemon Sweet Rolls
You don't have to settle for regular cinnamon rolls. Instead, add a dash of lemon and a box of blueberries to the mix for Ree's special sweet rolls! To add to the tangy taste of the rolls, the sweet glaze is infused with lots of lemon.
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Individual Lemon Blueberry Trifles
Hosting a summer party? Make these individual lemon blueberry trifles, and spend the time you would slice and serve dessert mingling with guests! Each one is beautifully layered with cake, whipped cream, lemon curd, and fresh berries.
Blueberry-Basil Lemonade Pops
Skip the store-bought popsicles and stash a batch of these homemade ice pops in your freezer instead! They're everything you love about refreshing blueberry basil lemonade in frozen form, perfect for those hot summer days.
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