Our 11 Best Lemon-Blueberry Dessert Recipes
End your day on a sweet-tart note with one of these easy desserts. Nutritious lemons and blueberries team up in these bars, cakes, cookies and rolls. Each dish is the perfect follow-up to a savory dinner and it’s clear that EatingWell readers agree, giving these recipes four- and five-star reviews. One reader loved our Blueberry-Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake for being “easy to make and very tasty.” And other highly-rated recipes like our Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are the best when you need a tasty pick-me-up.
Blueberry-Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake
This healthy pound cake recipe isn't just delicious—it also only requires one bowl to make. For the best cake texture, be sure to beat the sugar and butter together long enough in Step 2 to look creamy—the time it takes to get there varies according to the type of electric mixer you have. Serve with brunch or alongside a cup of coffee in the afternoon.
Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
These lemon-blueberry cheesecake bars feature the rich, creamy flavor of cheesecake without the fuss. A thin layer of cheesecake flavored with lemon surrounds a mound of fresh blueberries bursting with sweet fruity flavor. You can use this easy recipe as a template, easily swapping out the blueberries for another berry or chopped fruit. Lime zest and juice can be used in place of lemon.
Lemon-Blueberry Coffee Cake
Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Coffee cake is traditionally served as a breakfast or brunch item, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying this moist and tender cake as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This easy coffee cake is filled with blueberries and is topped with a delightfully sweet streusel topping. Fresh or frozen blueberries work well. Try swapping out the blueberries for fresh or frozen raspberries for an equally delicious twist.
Lemon-Blueberry Bars
Sweet and tangy, these satisfying bars are great for dessert, a snack on the go, or as a treat tucked into a child's brown-bag lunch. Plus, they're packed with everyone's favorite antioxidant superfood: blueberries.
Lemon-Blueberry Nice Cream
Photographer: Brie Passano, Food Stylist: Annie Probst
Nice cream is for everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions. This dairy- and lactose-free, no-added-sugar version requires only five ingredients, including cold water, and comes together as fast as the blades in your food processor can spin. It's bright with blueberries and creamy from bananas, making it a simple and easy dessert with a good dose of dietary fiber—how much more can you ask from a delicious frozen summer dessert?
Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
The sour-sweet combo of lemon and blueberry is balanced out by the creamy dairy in this cheesecake chia pudding. Graham cracker crumbles replicate the crust of a cheesecake, while chia seeds offer fiber and omega-3 fats. Portion it out into mason jars or another portable container with a secure lid, and you can bring this easy make-ahead dessert on the go.
Lemon-Blueberry Poke Cake
Jacob Fox
This lemon-blueberry poke cake is tender and light. Holes are poked into the cake after baking to let the tangy-sweet glaze seep in.
Easy Lemon-Blueberry Cookies
These lemon-blueberry cookies are sweet and tangy with a chewy center, thanks to the addition of cream of tartar that gives them a texture similar to a classic snickerdoodle. They spread as they bake, so be sure to give them a full 2 inches of space on the baking sheet.
Blueberry-Lemon-Ricotta Cupcakes
These blueberry-lemon cupcakes are so light and delicious, it's hard to eat just one! The blueberries burst in your mouth and the glaze gives an extra boost of sweet-tart lemon flavor. Serve these easy cupcakes at a grown-up birthday party, bridal shower or brunch.
Mini Blueberry-Lemon Cheesecakes
This muffin-tin mini cheesecake recipe is an adorable, healthy dessert that's the perfect cute size. If making 2 dozen seems like overkill, the recipe can easily be cut in half. If you avoid gluten, use gluten-free graham crackers to make the crust.
Lemon-Blueberry Sweet Rolls
Jacob Fox
These sweet yeasted Danish-like rolls are wrapped around a layer of fresh blueberries and lemon zest. A sweet and tangy glaze finishes them off. Serve them as a dessert or enjoy with coffee for breakfast or brunch.
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