Healthy Recipes Dessert Healthy Dessert Recipes with Fruit Our 11 Best Lemon-Blueberry Dessert Recipes By Dillon Evans Dillon Evans Dillon Evans fell in love with cooking at a very young age. He remembers the novel experiences of microwaving a bowl of oatmeal without his parents' permission and asking to make his mother's morning pot of coffee. These moments became catalysts for his interest in cooking and baking. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on May 30, 2024 Close Photo: Brie Passano End your day on a sweet-tart note with one of these easy desserts. Nutritious lemons and blueberries team up in these bars, cakes, cookies and rolls. Each dish is the perfect follow-up to a savory dinner and it’s clear that EatingWell readers agree, giving these recipes four- and five-star reviews. One reader loved our Blueberry-Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake for being “easy to make and very tasty.” And other highly-rated recipes like our Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are the best when you need a tasty pick-me-up. 01 of 11 Blueberry-Lemon Ricotta Pound Cake This healthy pound cake recipe isn't just delicious—it also only requires one bowl to make. For the best cake texture, be sure to beat the sugar and butter together long enough in Step 2 to look creamy—the time it takes to get there varies according to the type of electric mixer you have. Serve with brunch or alongside a cup of coffee in the afternoon. View Recipe 02 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars These lemon-blueberry cheesecake bars feature the rich, creamy flavor of cheesecake without the fuss. A thin layer of cheesecake flavored with lemon surrounds a mound of fresh blueberries bursting with sweet fruity flavor. You can use this easy recipe as a template, easily swapping out the blueberries for another berry or chopped fruit. Lime zest and juice can be used in place of lemon. View Recipe 03 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Coffee Cake Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Coffee cake is traditionally served as a breakfast or brunch item, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying this moist and tender cake as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This easy coffee cake is filled with blueberries and is topped with a delightfully sweet streusel topping. Fresh or frozen blueberries work well. Try swapping out the blueberries for fresh or frozen raspberries for an equally delicious twist. View Recipe 04 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Bars Photographer / Brie Passano Styling / Annie Probst / Holly Raibikis Sweet and tangy, these satisfying bars are great for dessert, a snack on the go, or as a treat tucked into a child's brown-bag lunch. Plus, they're packed with everyone's favorite antioxidant superfood: blueberries. View Recipe 05 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Nice Cream Photographer: Brie Passano, Food Stylist: Annie Probst Nice cream is for everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions. This dairy- and lactose-free, no-added-sugar version requires only five ingredients, including cold water, and comes together as fast as the blades in your food processor can spin. It's bright with blueberries and creamy from bananas, making it a simple and easy dessert with a good dose of dietary fiber—how much more can you ask from a delicious frozen summer dessert? View Recipe 06 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster The sour-sweet combo of lemon and blueberry is balanced out by the creamy dairy in this cheesecake chia pudding. Graham cracker crumbles replicate the crust of a cheesecake, while chia seeds offer fiber and omega-3 fats. Portion it out into mason jars or another portable container with a secure lid, and you can bring this easy make-ahead dessert on the go. View Recipe 07 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Poke Cake Jacob Fox This lemon-blueberry poke cake is tender and light. Holes are poked into the cake after baking to let the tangy-sweet glaze seep in. View Recipe 08 of 11 Easy Lemon-Blueberry Cookies Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman These lemon-blueberry cookies are sweet and tangy with a chewy center, thanks to the addition of cream of tartar that gives them a texture similar to a classic snickerdoodle. They spread as they bake, so be sure to give them a full 2 inches of space on the baking sheet. View Recipe 09 of 11 Blueberry-Lemon-Ricotta Cupcakes Caitlin Bensel These blueberry-lemon cupcakes are so light and delicious, it's hard to eat just one! The blueberries burst in your mouth and the glaze gives an extra boost of sweet-tart lemon flavor. Serve these easy cupcakes at a grown-up birthday party, bridal shower or brunch. View Recipe 10 of 11 Mini Blueberry-Lemon Cheesecakes This muffin-tin mini cheesecake recipe is an adorable, healthy dessert that's the perfect cute size. If making 2 dozen seems like overkill, the recipe can easily be cut in half. If you avoid gluten, use gluten-free graham crackers to make the crust. View Recipe 11 of 11 Lemon-Blueberry Sweet Rolls Jacob Fox These sweet yeasted Danish-like rolls are wrapped around a layer of fresh blueberries and lemon zest. A sweet and tangy glaze finishes them off. Serve them as a dessert or enjoy with coffee for breakfast or brunch. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit