These blueberry dessert recipes skip the hot oven—and they’re perfect for summer.
When grocery stores, farmers markets, and pick-your-own farms are bursting with fresh, sweet, ripe blueberries, you’re going to need a lot of recipe ideas to use them all up. Sure, they’re great in muffins and pancakes, but besides popping them straight in our mouths—most of us want to turn them into dessert. These 20 no-bake blueberry desserts are perfect for summer because they won’t heat up your kitchen, but they will make the most of the sweet berries that are so very hard to resist.
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Summer Fruit Trifle
“This simple, light summer fruit trifle dessert is great for picnics or barbecues. I made this recipe for a cookout recently, and it didn’t last long. You can easily substitute different fruit based on what you have on hand.” —KGlavin
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No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake
“This no-bake blueberry cheesecake dessert is excellent. It is easy to make and looks beautiful when served.” —U L T I M O B A K E R X
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Homemade Fruit Popsicles
“These fruit popsicles are simple to make for a wholesome summer treat. My mom used to help us make these when we were kids and I still enjoy making them years later. Use honey as an alternate sweetener, and blend the fruit to be either chunky or smooth.” —april20
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No-Bake Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
“This Greek yogurt cheesecake has a rich buttery crust and a refreshing lemon-blueberry topping. It’s easy to prep ahead for parties or a special summer dessert. Use any fresh berries you prefer.” —Ashley Baron Rodriguez
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Fresh No-Bake Fruit Pie
“Fresh berry fruit pie, a wonderful summer treat. No oven to heat! Serve with a dollop of your favorite whipped cream.” —GOMUM
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Blueberry Granita
“This blueberry granita recipe is a cool and refreshing treat. The more frequently you stir granita, the slushier it will become. The less you stir, the icier it will become.” —Barb
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Red, White, and Booze Ice Pops
“Is there any better way to celebrate the birth of our great nation than with this red, white, and sort-of-blue Popsicle®? Before you answer, I should mention they’re actually strawberry and blueberry cheesecake ice pops that are spiked with booze.” —John Mitzewich
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All-American Trifle
“This red white and blue trifle is perfect for Fourth of July or BBQ party. It’s a creamy, fruity, heavenly dessert! I’ve been told it’s like a super-charged strawberry shortcake.” —Rachel Mehl
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Mini No-Bake Cheesecakes
“These mini no-bake cheesecakes are great topped with fresh fruit, a drizzle of your favorite syrup, or pie filling spooned on top.” —Kathryn Hendrix
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Blueberry Sorbet
“This homemade blueberry sorbet is very easy to make with frozen blueberries. Super refreshing on a hot summer day!” —QUILTBUGJ
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Blueberry Smoothie
“Blueberry smoothie recipes are a great way to use fresh or frozen berries, and this is a delicious one!” —eveningbell
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Fresh Blueberry Ice Cream
“This creamy blueberry ice cream is easy to make in an ice cream maker with just 3 ingredients: fresh juicy blueberries, cream, and sweetened condensed milk, which makes it super smooth.” —aliciamargaret
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