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43 Fresh Berry Recipes, from Salads to Tarts

When markets and farm stands are brimming with ripe berries, savor them in these summery dishes

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1 /44 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; food styling by Karen Shinto

What's so great about berries?

They all pack a slew of benefits that will have you leaping high buildings in a single bound. (Well, almost.)

They're full of vitamin C, fiber, and phytochemicals (health-enhancing plant compounds), which together may help prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory conditions, and even age-related mental decline.

Each one's exact nutritional makeup is slightly different, so our advice is, Why choose? Click ahead to see how to enjoy them all!

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Raspberry, Cucumber, and Mint Smash

This refreshing drink has all the makings of a signature party cocktail. It can be adjusted to taste (using light rum instead of the gin will tilt it toward a mojito). And the pitcher-size format means more time with guests rather than shaking drinks.

Recipe: Raspberry, Cucumber, and Mint Smash

3 /44 Eva Kolenko

Berry Tartlets

Use any size of mini-tart pan you like for these sweet little tarts. If you have leftover dough, you can always roll it out, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, cut into shapes, and bake into that childhood comfort, piecrust cookies.

Recipe: Berry Tartlets

4 /44 Iain Bagwell

Raspberry Pluot Crisp with Coconut Streusel

We used a variety of seeds, plus nuts and coconut, to make the irresistible topping on this crisp.

Recipe: Raspberry Pluot Crisp with Coconut Streusel
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Raspberry, Lime, and Coconut Pie

Sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy—this recipe delivers a perfect combination of flavors and textures in each bite. A touch of gelatin in the lime curd helps it set enough to slice cleanly.

Recipe: Raspberry, Lime, and Coconut Pie

6 /44 Iain Bagwell

Blueberry Rosemary Focaccia

With generous herbs and a sprinkling of flaked salt, this bread is as delicious with bacon for brunch as it is alongside grilled pork chops for dinner.

Recipe: Blueberry Rosemary Focaccia

7 /44 Annabelle Breakey

Boysenberry Mousse with Cookie Crumble

This vanilla mousse, with ribbons of tart-sweet boysenberry sauce, has a delicate, cloudlike texture. If you’re substituting raspberries and blackberries, start with more berries for the sauce, as they’re not as juicy as boysenberries.

Recipe: Boysenberry Mousse with Cookie Crumble

8 /44 Iain Bagwell

Summer Berry Cobbler with Sour Cream Biscuits

A trifecta of berries packs a punch in this crowd-pleasing cobbler.

Recipe: Summer Berry Cobbler with Sour Cream Biscuits
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Raspberry Buckle

As this soft, fruit-laden coffee cake bakes, the pistachio streusel sinks a bit, or “buckles.” If you’re lactose-intolerant, feel free to swap in almond milk.

Recipe: Raspberry Buckle

10 /44 Annabelle Breakey

Boysenberry Wine Compote with Goat Cheese and Basil

Here’s one for your summer-party recipe stash. Wine and black pepper make the compote sophisticated, and you can put the whole thing together in minutes—for guests to serve themselves.

Recipe: Boysenberry Wine Compote with Goat Cheese and Basil

11 /44 Iain Bagwell

Blueberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches

Cream cheese and vanilla beans give these treats an extraordinary depth of flavor. Just as amazing: the time saved by making the sandwiches in a big pan rather than assembling them individually.

Recipe: Blueberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches

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Chocolate Raspberry Tart

A tender chocolate crust under the chocolate pastry cream makes each bite seamless—the gastronomic equivalent of an infinity pool. The raspberries wake you back up.

Recipe: Chocolate Raspberry Tart

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Boysenberry Danishes

Even if you’re a baking newbie, you can turn these out with ease, thanks to frozen puff pastry. To keep them from sticking, remove the pastries from the pan right after baking.

Recipe: Boysenberry Danishes

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Blueberry, Orange, and Cardamom Cobbler

Highlight blueberries in this excellent cobbler that gets an added hit of flavor from the citrus and spices.

Recipe: Blueberry, Orange, and Cardamom Cobbler
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Blackberry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream

Use this shortcut method to make just about any ice cream flavor you want.

Recipe: Blackberry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream

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Grilled Chicken with Pickled Blueberries

The gently seasoned pickling combo brings out berries’ tart side and makes a refreshing dressing for the watercress and chicken.

Recipe: Grilled Chicken with Pickled Blueberries

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The Black Seed

Smoky and slightly fruity, this cocktail has loads of complexity.

Recipe: The Black Seed

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Pavlovas with Summer Berry Sauce

Make this dessert at the height of summer berry season--or hoard your berries in the freezer to whip up this dessert later in the year.

Recipe: Pavlovas with Summer Berry Sauce

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Buttery Raspberry Lemon Cake

Yogurt and lemon curd are the secrets to this cake's slight tang and subtle citrus note.

Recipe: Buttery Raspberry Lemon Cake

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Chocolate Raspberry Bruschetta

To make this recipe for a party, you could toast the baguette slices ahead of time and set the chocolate on top. When ready to serve, warm them in the oven and top with the other ingredients.

Recipe: Chocolate Raspberry Bruschetta

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Roasted Berry Sundaes

Here we've combined berries and ice cream, two summer favorites, in this super-easy sundae.

Recipe: Roasted Berry Sundaes

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Blackberry Hazelnut Honey Crisp

Foods that grow in the same place tend to taste good together, as this pairing of blackberries and hazelnuts proves.

Recipe: Blackberry Hazelnut Honey Crisp

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Raspberry, Ricotta, and Chocolate Parfaits

At the farmers' market, look for deep red late-summer raspberries, artisanal ricotta cheese (if available), and pistachios.

Recipe: Raspberry, Ricotta, and Chocolate Parfaits

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Deep-Dish Blueberry Pie

The lattice crust is a nice touch on this irresistble summer pie.

Recipe: Deep-Dish Blueberry Pie

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Crushed Berries with Hibiscus Jelly

The jelly here isn't the kind you spread on bread; it's a soft, lustrous gelatin--like Jell-O, but more delicate.

Recipe: Crushed Berries with Hibiscus Jelly

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Huckleberry Skillet Cobbler

One of our all-time favorite desserts, with just a hint of spices to pull out the complex, wine-rich flavor of the huckleberries ― and also delicious made with blueberries.

Recipe: Huckleberry Skillet Cobbler

Recipe: Butter Pastry

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Blueberry and Prosciutto Salad

This sweet and savory starter bursts with a harmonious blend of flavors.

Recipe: Blueberry and Prosciutto Salad

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Triple-Berry Popsicles

We couldn't believe how simple it was to make these frozen treats. You can strain out the seeds if you like, but we love the texture they lend to the popsicles. Feel free to use boysenberries, pitted cherries, or other favorites instead of the combination of fruits here.

Recipe: Triple-Berry Popsicles

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Lemon Berrymisu

If you think tiramisu has to be made hours ahead, try this fresh, summery version, which comes together in no time. For a non-alcoholic variation, use lemonade concentrate in place of the limoncello. And swap in madeleines for the ladyfingers if you like.

Recipe: Lemon Berrymisu

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Refresher: Almond Raspberry Lemonade

For the most thirst-quenching drink, look for a less-sweet brand of lemonade such as Santa Cruz Organic.

Recipe: Almond Raspberry Lemonade

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Five-Grain Buttermilk Pancakes with Raspberry Honey

Beating the egg whites and folding them into the batter makes these hearty, nutritious pancakes surprisingly light in texture.

Recipe: Five-Grain Buttermilk Pancakes with Raspberry Honey

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Three Berry Buttermilk Sherbet

Less isn't always more. Serve this creamy sherbet with whole versions of the berries for a prettier presentation.

Recipe: Three Berry Buttermilk Sherbet

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Blackberry Syrup

Drizzle this syrup over pancakes, yogurt, or ice cream.

Recipe: Blackberry Syrup

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Mixed Berry Raspberry-Cream Tart

A simple, buttery crust, a pool of raspberry-scented pastry cream, and piles of fresh berries add up to a great party dessert.

Recipe: Mixed Berry Raspberry-Cream Tart

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Spinach-Blackberry Salad with Manchego and Prosciutto

Blackberries, prosciutto, and Manchego may sound like an unusual combination, but here they blend in three-part harmony.

Recipe: Spinach-Blackberry Salad with Manchego and Prosciutto

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Pavlova Parfaits

The perfect finale for a warm summer night. Store-bought meringue cookies add crunch, while pistachios lace the layers with nutty sweetness.

Recipe: Pavlova Parfaits

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Blackberry-Almond Tea Cakes

Serve these buttery little cakes for breakfast or as a midday snack with a cup of hot tea. You can substitute raspberries for the blackberries if you like.

Recipe: Blackberry-Almond Tea Cakes

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Marionberry, Blue Cheese, and Arugula Salad

Perk up a green salad with juicy-sweet berries and flavorful blue cheese crumbles. A dish this peppery and refreshing needs only a simple vinaigrette to finish.

Recipe: Marionberry, Blue Cheese, and Arugula Salad

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Berry Camping Cake

Guy Fieri loves to make this treat on a camping adventure. Any berry or berry combination works in this cake, which has a dry, crumbly topping that combines with the berry juices for a rich, sweet treat. Pack the frozen berries in a cooler and make this on the first night of camping, before they thaw completely.

Recipe: Berry Camping Cake

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Greens with Chèvre and Berries

Cranberries, goat cheese, and blueberries give this salad its red, white, and blue kick.

Recipe: Greens with Chèvre and Berries

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Raspberry Fool

A fool is the simplest of desserts—just whole or puréed fruit folded into whipped cream.

Recipe: Raspberry Fool

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Raspberry Lemon Pudding Cakes

Tender berries rise to the top of these little cups, while creamy lemon cake awaits at the bottom. Dive in with your spoon and you get the best of both worlds.

Recipe: Raspberry Lemon Pudding Cakes

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Blueberry Cornbread

Juicy sweet blueberries are tossed in the batter before baking, resulting in this unique cakelike cornbread.

Recipe: Blueberry Cornbread

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Blackberry Lime Rickeys

Late-summer sundowners don't get more refreshing than this blend of fresh blackberries and lime juice—with a healthy splash of gin for good measure.

Recipe: Blackberry Lime Rickeys