22 Best Blackberry Recipes to Make the Most Of Berry Season

We know that from May to October is the peak season of berries, and we will take advantage of that peak production to make delicious recipes. But there’s is one fruit that does not get that much attention and totally underrated — Blackberries!

Blackberries are packed with vitamin C, vitamin K, a great source of fiber, and other impressive health benefits that you need to add to your diet.

Besides being healthy, blackberries are tasty enough to use in the kitchen. You can swirl them into refreshing summer drinks, add them to decadent desserts, and sweeten delicious weeknight dinners. Plus, their pretty purple color will make any dishes look amazing.

Whether you forage a tangle of vines while you’re out on a walk or find the berries at your local farmers market, this roundup of blackberry recipes gives a lot of delicious ways to make the most of them!

22 Incredible Blackberry Recipes

1. Blackberry Cobbler

Celebrate the peak of blackberries by making this sweet and tart cobbler. Ripe blackberries, cornstarch, sugar, and a bit of water then baked until oozy and topped with a yummy biscuit-like topping. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to make it the ultimate summer dessert! (Via The Chunky Chef)

2. Blackberry Pie

A combination of lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch in the filling makes it taste excellent and the gluten-free pie crust makes the perfect complement to this summery blackberry pie.

This delicious flaky, buttery, and crisp pie is the perfect way to showcase some pints of the wonderful produce of fresh blackberries. (Via The Loopy Whisk)

3. Gin Bramble Cocktail

Want to know the easiest and most refreshing summer treat? This classic British cocktail! Made with gin, fresh blackberries, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and a blackberry liqueur called Crème de Mûre. You’re only 5 minutes away from this refreshing drink! (Via Supergolden Bakes)

4. Paleo Blackberry Lemon Jam Thumbprint Cookies

Don’t let your gluten and dairy-free diet hindered you from enjoying delicious desserts! This healthy treat is perfect if you’re craving something sweet. The combo of slightly tart blackberry jam with the cookie dough makes the cookies refreshing and light. (Via I Heart Umami)

5. Blackberry Bourbon Smash

There’s nothing better than serving a fresh cocktail mixed with the abundant produce of some summer berries to your guest. It’s as simple as muddling the blackberries, sugar, lime, and mint in the glass, then adding bourbon, crushed ice, and club soda. A perfect drink for a hot summer day. (Via Sweet Tea and Thyme)

6. Blackberry Muffin with Crumble Topping

These scrumptious muffins are the ultimate bring-over dessert. They’re incredible and are super simple to make. The cinnamon-cardamom crumble topping is what takes these muffins over the top! (Via Platings and Pairings)

7. Blackberry Lavender White Chocolate Scones

There’s nothing like sweet, buttery, flaky scones to make any weekday morning feel special. The fresh blackberries combined with white chocolate and a drizzle of sweet lavender glaze make these scones dangerously delicious. This is a scone you’ll want to make again and again. (Via Half Baked Harvest)

8. Seedless Blackberry Jam

Instead of buying store-bought jams that are usually loaded with sugars, you can easily make your own with fresh blackberries. You can slather it on toast, use it as a cake filling, or spoon some onto your morning oatmeal.

Making this recipe is even better if you forage for them so you’ll get free blackberries for this yummy jam. (Via Fab Food 4 All)

9. Old Fashioned Blackberry Crisp

Have a bounty of fresh blackberries? Make this old-fashioned crisp! Made with ingredients you probably already have on hand, your summertime will be perfect with this comfort food in dessert form. Just don’t forget to add the vanilla ice cream! (Via Let’s Dish)

10. Blackberry Meringue Roulade

If you like meringue and blackberry, why not combine them into this delicious dessert. This sweet yummy cloud is crunchy yet soft in the middle, thanks to whipped cream, fresh blackberries, and a blackberry coulis.

The best part is it has a messy appearance, so it’s great for first-time meringue makers. (Via The Baking Explorer)

11. Blackberry Smoothie

Like to go to that chic café to order your favorite smoothie? It’s way cheaper to whip one up at home. Packed with protein, refreshing and bright, it only takes ten minutes to make this tasty smoothie. This will be one of the easiest blackberry recipes you ever make. (Via Eating Bird Food)

12. Blackberry Cake

Show off your baking skills with this triple-layered cake. The beautiful decoration scheme makes a perfect summer birthday cake and looks like the perfect burst of summer flavor. This delicious blackberry lemon cake recipe is a real keeper. (Via Preppy Kitchen)

13. Chamomile Blackberry Ice Cream

If you’re wondering what the best thing to do with fresh, in-season blackberries is, this homemade ice cream is the answer!

This creamy, amazing summer dessert recipe gets a slight twist with the addition of chamomile. The no-bake dessert you’ll be making all summer! (Via Snixy Kitchen)

14. Blackberry Crumble Bars

If you’re looking for an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dessert, then search no further! Not only do these bars require minimal effort, but they are delicious and easy to make. You definitely will love this simple summer dessert! (Via Chocolate with Grace)

15. Irish Blackberry Fool

If you’ve never made Irish fool dessert, then this lovely, light dessert is a must-try. Cream layer tossed with berry syrup makes an excellent dessert that’s perfectly balanced between creamy and bright. A fancy dessert that will impress your guests! (Via The Café Sucre Farine)

16. Blackberry Cheesecake with Ginger Cinnamon Crust

Impress your family with a luscious blackberry cheesecake made totally from scratch. And it’s easier to whip up than you think. One bite of this, and your family or guests will think they’ve taken a magic carpet ride to beautiful dessert heaven. (Via Sugar Free Sprinkles)

17. Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Blackberry Hoisin Sauce

Blackberries aren’t just for dessert! They make a great dinner too like this juicy roasted pork tenderloin. Comes together in 60 minutes, this outrageously good recipe will have you licking your plate clean! Definitely will blow your guests away. (Via Carlsbad Cravings)

18. Blackberry Tart

Get your blackberry fix by baking them into a delicious tart. It’s sweet, fruity, and zesty. The secret to this perfect flavor? A right amount of tasty lemon zest. Another fantastic blackberry-lemon combo that you need to add to your blackberry recipes list! (Via Julia’s Album)

19. Blackberry Mojito

So, since it’s the season for blackberries, why not start turning them into something? Like this refreshing, sweet, and tangy drink.

It’s super easy to make. All you need: blackberries, sugar, lime juice, ginger ale diet, and mint leaves. Make this virgin mojito in large batches for your next party. (Via Two Purple Figs)

You can check this post for other non-alcoholic drink ideas!