10 Tasty Berry Treats Sure to Satisfy Any Sweet Tooth

Blackberry Buttermilk Bread Slices and a carton of fresh blackberries

Fresh and frozen berries lend desserts of every sort a scrumptious burst of juicy sweetness. Delight friends and family with our top picks for berry treats—from comforting quick bread and cobbler to bright, icy delights.


1. Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie

Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie in a baby blue pie dish

A scratch-made pretzel crust and creamy filling make this pie simply irresistible.

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2. Blueberry Shortcakes

Blueberry Shortcakes

Lemony notes enhance our classic Blueberry Shortcakes made with buttermilk biscuits.

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3. Strawberry-Basil Raspado

Strawberry-Basil Raspado in short clear glasses

Fresh berries and basil make this shaved ice the perfect palate cleanser.

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4. Blueberry-Apricot Cobbler

Blueberry-Apricot Cobbler in a white-enamel cast-iron skillet

A cobbler chock-full of nature’s bounty is a perennial go-to for gracious gatherings.

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5. Triple-Berry Scones with Vanilla Bean Glaze

Triple-Berry Scones with Vanilla Bean Glaze on floral china

Serve up a batch of these mouthwatering scones at teatime year-round.

6. Blackberry-Buttermilk Quick Bread

Blackberry-Buttermilk Quick Bread on a cutting board

Make one delicious loaf for yourself and another one for a dear friend or neighbor.

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7. Peach-Blueberry Trifle

Peach-Blueberry Trifle in a clear trifle dish

This layered beauty stars juicy peaches, plump blueberries, and buttery pound cake.

8. Raspberry Panna Cotta

Raspberry Panna Cotta in coupe glasses

This elegant indulgence highlights sweet and tart fresh raspberries.

9. Blackberry Jam Cake

Blackberry Jam Cake on a white pedestal cake stand

A beautiful single-layer cake is always on point, no matter the occasion.

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10. Refreshing Sunrise Smoothies

Yellow and pink Sunrise Smoothies in clear glasses

For breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, our fruity smoothies will elicit smiles all around.

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