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A Collection of Berry Recipes

by Magnolia
Published on June 11, 2024

A Collection of Berry Recipes

Summer in a nutshell: It’s a warm day. The sky is clear and the sunscreen applied. You’re headed off to fill baskets of bright berries—at the farmer’s market or straight from the vines—to snack on or save and bake later. The only thing on the agenda is to savor every hour and, naturally, indulge in something sweet.

Taste has a way of bottling up these fond memories and transporting us back, whenever we’d like. Below we’ve gathered nostalgic, berry-forward desserts that celebrate the season in all its bounty. Crisps and cobblers. Pies and popsicles. These recipes are easy to customize with your favorite seasonal fruits—blueberries, strawberries, cherries, and more. Follow along for inspiration on how to reclaim this season’s simple joys. They’re ripe for the picking.


Blueberry

Blueberry Lattice Bars

Blueberry Lattice Bars

by Zoë François

A quintessential Midwestern dessert—shortbread crust, blueberry filling, and a lattice top.

Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

by Zoë François

Creamy, classic cheesecake with a subtle, tangy base and a delightful swirl of blueberry sauce.

Blackberry

Blackberry and Walnut Crisps with Simple Sweet Cream

Blackberry and Walnut Crisps with Simple Sweet Cream

by Elizabeth Poett

Succulent blackberries and an earthy crumble served in individual ramekins with a dollop of sweet cream.

Apple and Blackberry Galette

Apple and Blackberry Galette

by Elizabeth Poett

An easy-going galette where ripe blackberries brighten up a tried-and-true apple filling.

Cherry

Cherry Hand Pies

Cherry Hand Pies

by Joanna Gaines

Flaky, streusel-topped pie dough surrounding a tart-yet-sweet cherry filling that bursts with nostalgia.

Sour Cherry Streusel Bars

Sour Cherry Streusel Bars

by Zoë François

Well-balanced, shareable bars with layers of buttery shortbread, gooey sour cherry, and crispy oats.

Strawberry

Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Shortcake

by Joanna Gaines

A Southern spin on traditional shortcake with biscuits as the base—plus whipped cream and fresh strawberries on top.

Strawberry Pie

Strawberry Pie

by Joanna Gaines

Crunchy graham cracker crust with a light and airy strawberry filling and whipped cream.

Raspberry

Raspberry Sorbet

Raspberry Sorbet

by Zoë François

Refreshing sorbet that’s bright in hue and flavor thanks to a homemade raspberry puree.

Pavlova with Passion Fruit and Raspberries

Pavlova with Passion Fruit and Raspberries

by Zoë François

A crispy, light shell of meringue filled with whipped cream, fresh raspberries, and passion fruit.

Mixed Berries

Berry Cobbler with Cheddar Biscuits

Berry Cobbler with Cheddar Biscuits

by Zoë François

Rich, tender biscuits uniquely baked atop a zesty strawberry, blueberry, and ginger mixture.

The Perfect Galette

The Perfect Galette

by Katie Button

Rustic pie dough accompanied by any combination of mixed berries for an easy-to-share treat.

Coconut Berry Pops

Coconut Berry Pops

by Samantha Seneviratne

Strawberries (or any berry) blended with coconut milk, heavy cream, and lime zest—frozen in ice-pop molds.


Stock Up for Summer Baking

Find everything you need for each step of the baking process. Starting with handy prep pieces to measure, mix, sift, and roll. Our baking tools are timeless and durable, go-tos for making that next recipe from scratch. Then, enjoy the best part: sharing what you create. Slice, scoop, and pass the plates. Keeping a well-rounded collection of serveware ensures there’s plenty to go around.

Floral Embossed Mini Rolling Pin
Vintage-Inspired Green Mixing Bowl Set of Two
Shortcake Baskets Pan
SHOP KITCHEN + DINING

From prepping to making to serving—we hope this is a summer you savor. For more inspiration, explore our full recipe collection here.