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10 Blueberry Recipes for National Blueberry Month

By Tara Longardner at Northwestern University

July is National Blueberry Month and everyone knows that whenever a food gets an entire month dedicated to it, it’s our job to eat as much of it as possible. Here are 10 great blueberry-filled recipes, straight from Spoon writers, to enjoy this month.

But first things first: some tips on picking the best blueberries, whether you go to a farm and pick them one-by-one or go to a grocery store and buy cartons. They should be deep purple-blue or blue-black in color with a natural matted or finely dusted appearance. They should also be firm, plump and free of blemishes and moisture, which are signs of decay.

Now, on to the recipes!

1. Blueberry, Oatmeal & Flaxseed Muffins

2. Simple Berry Salad

3. Blueberry Cake

4. Berry Blast Cream Cheese

5. Blueberry, Oatmeal & Coconut Cookies

6.  Blueberry Compote (with optional—and delicious— cheesecake recipe)

7. Blueberry & Agave Smoothie

8. Mason Jar Yogurt Parfait

9. Berry Parmesan Oat Crumble

10. Blueberry Mojito