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    Framed Cooks » Recipes » Kitchen Tips & Gifts

    All About Blueberries!

    Published: Jun 16, 2022 · Modified: Apr 25, 2023 by Kate Morgan Jackson · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Here is everything you need to know about how to buy, store and cook with fresh blueberries!

    blueberries

    Ah, blueberries! Blueberries are a small sweet round fruit that originated in North America.  You can find them in the supermarket all year long, but the very best tasting blueberries are the local ones that are in season from June through August.   

    So go support your local farm market during blueberry season!

    Blueberries are sometimes called a power food and boy do they deserve it! How do blueberries benefit you?

    rustic blueberry peach tart

    They are low in calories, high in fiber and Vitamin C, and rich in antioxidants, which is super good for your heart (one of the best reasons to love them!) And most importantly, they are scrumptious. Oh the blueberry benefits!

    How to Buy and store blueberries

    The very best way to pick out and buy blueberries is at your local farm market during the height of blueberry season, but the basic things to look for are the same whether you buy them locally or in your supermarket.  Here’s what you want to look for!

    You want blueberries to be, well BLUE.  If they are purplish, or red, or even the teeniest bit of green, they are not ripe enough – they will taste a little sour and nobody wants that!

    Obviously you want to watch out for mold or any juice, either on the berries themselves or the container – that means the blueberries are a little past their prime.  And we want prime blueberries! I always look at the bottom of the container Just In Case.

    easy blueberry cake

    The other thing folks wonder about is that little shimmery silvery gray coating you see on blueberries…that is actually a good thing!  It’s a natural protective covering that the blueberries make, so if you see a box of blueberries with that silvery look, it’s a good batch.

    How To Store Blueberries

    Now you have scored your carton or basket of sweet blueberries…now what?  There are a few important things to remember to keep those berries as fresh as possible.

    Don’t wash them until you are ready to eat or cook with them.  There is nothing to make a good blueberry go bad like moisture, and no matter how vigilantly you dry them off, they will still be a little damp. 

    Store them in in the fridge, ideally in a Tupperware container with a tight fitting lid.  They should last you about two weeks this way (although in my house we are such blueberry fans that they last about 2 days!). 

    If you find yourself getting to the end of two weeks and you want to hang on to your blueberries, add some water and a little bit of sugar to your Tupperware, seal it tightly and pop them in the freezer. 

    They will be good for at least six months (meaning in the chill of January you thaw them out and have fresh August blueberries!  Score.

    How To Prep Blueberries

    Blueberries are one of the easiest fruits to prep.  No slicing or peeling or hulling – they just need a nice rinse.

    The time to give them their bath (which you should definitely do) is right before you eat them.  Run cold water over them for about 15 seconds or so, using a strainer or your hands, and making sure you get all the berries, then pat them off gently with a clean cloth or a paper towel.

    Blueberries tend to have the best flavor when they are at room temperature, so if you have time, take them out of the fridge about a half hour before eating them.

    What Are The Best Recipes For Fresh Blueberries?

    There are so many, including just popping them into your mouth or sprinkling them on a bowl of vanilla ice cream!  But below are a few of my very faves. Hurray for blueberries!

    BLUEBERRY RECIPES WE LOVE!

    Texas Blueberry Cobbler
    What’s better than blueberry cobbler? Blueberry cobbler Texas-style, with a light lemony batter over sweet blueberries for a perfect summer dessert!
    Texas Blueberry Cobbler
    What’s better than blueberry cobbler? Blueberry cobbler Texas-style, with a light lemony batter over sweet blueberries for a perfect summer dessert!
    Blueberry Cobbler Squares
    This summery recipe for blueberry cobbler squares pairs a shortbread crust and topping with a berry-packed filling for a sweet dessert treat!
    Blueberry Cobbler Squares
    This summery recipe for blueberry cobbler squares pairs a shortbread crust and topping with a berry-packed filling for a sweet dessert treat!
    Blueberry Boy Bait
    Want to entice admirers into your kitchen? This sweet blueberry boy bait, otherwise known as an easy blueberry snack cake, will bring them running!
    Blueberry Boy Bait
    Want to entice admirers into your kitchen? This sweet blueberry boy bait, otherwise known as an easy blueberry snack cake, will bring them running!
    Mimosa Fruit Salad
    This easy, pretty mimosa fruit salad pairs your favorite brunch cocktail with colorful fruit for the perfect delicious treat!
    Mimosa Fruit Salad
    This easy, pretty mimosa fruit salad pairs your favorite brunch cocktail with colorful fruit for the perfect delicious treat!
    Rustic Blueberry Peach Tart
    This easy recipe for a rustic blueberry peach tart combines fresh summer fruit in a single piecrust for a dessert that is bursting with delicous flavor.
    Rustic Blueberry Peach Tart
    This easy recipe for a rustic blueberry peach tart combines fresh summer fruit in a single piecrust for a dessert that is bursting with delicous flavor.
    Blueberry Molasses Snack Cake
    This easy recipe for blueberry molasses snack cake is the perfect way to welcome those first fresh blueberries of summer!
    Blueberry Molasses Snack Cake
    This easy recipe for blueberry molasses snack cake is the perfect way to welcome those first fresh blueberries of summer!
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