5 Irresistible Ways to Celebrate California Blueberries

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5 Irresistible Ways to Celebrate California Blueberries

May 7, 2025
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5 Irresistible Ways to Celebrate California Blueberries

5 Irresistible Ways to Celebrate California Blueberries

California Blueberries are in their peak season from April through June, bursting with sweet-tart flavor and backed by the sunshine of the Golden State. Whether baked, blended, steeped, or spooned, these berries add color, nutrition, and joy to any dish. We’ve gathered five standout recipes from our CA GROWN creators who let this vibrant fruit shine in everything from breakfast to dessert.

acai smoothie bowl with blueberries and pistachios

Blueberry Açaí Bowl by Jaíne Mackievicz

This bright and refreshing bowl is your answer to warm-weather breakfasts. Blending antioxidant-rich açaí with juicy California Blueberries and finished with a rainbow of toppings, it’s a tribute to California’s wellness-forward lifestyle. Light, nourishing, and endlessly customizable.

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London Fog with Blueberry Syrup by This Mess Is Ours

Cozy up to this tea-lovers dream: a frothy Earl Grey latte elevated with a homemade blueberry syrup. The floral bergamot and fruity California Blueberries make a perfect pairing — unexpected, soothing, and unforgettable.

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London Fog Cake
blueberry compote on cake

Deliciously Easy Blueberry Compote by No Crumbs Left

This simple stovetop compote transforms a bowl of yogurt, stack of pancakes, or scoop of vanilla ice cream. Made with just a handful of ingredients, it’s a go-to staple for anyone looking to capture the essence of California Blueberries in a spoonful.

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Blueberry Almond Crumble Bars by Baking the Goods

Everything you love about a summer pie, neatly packed into a hand-held bar. These buttery almond bars feature a generous layer of jammy California Blueberries, finished with a golden crumble topping — the perfect treat for picnics, bake sales, or afternoon coffee.

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blueberry almond crumble bars
blueberry tres leches cake

Blueberry Tres Leches Cake by Tahiri Flowers

This decadent dessert reimagines the classic tres leches cake with a vibrant blueberry twist. The result? An airy, soak-it-up sponge infused with sweet milk and fresh blueberry flavor. It’s a dessert that feels celebratory, nostalgic, and fresh all at once.

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California Grown and endlessly adaptable, these blueberry recipes are proof that a single ingredient can inspire a whole season’s worth of delicious moments. Which one will you try first?

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