Berry Sweet Summer: Juicy Recipes to Make Right Now

ByJoanne July 12, 2017August 26, 2025 Updated onAugust 26, 2025

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So we all know summer had a flavor, it’d be “berry”, right? Sweet, juicy, maybe a little tart, and absolutely everywhere this time of year.

Whether you’re hoarding strawberries from the market, picking saskatoons off the bush, or just trying to use up that giant clamshell of blueberries in the fridge, I’ve got you covered.

This roundup is packed with berry-forward recipes that are easy, unfussy, and perfect for everything from backyard BBQs to lazy Tuesday snacks. We’re talking no-bake treats, simple desserts, and maybe even a berry surprise or two you haven’t tried before.

Grab a spoon (and maybe a napkin), and let’s get into the berry good stuff. Summer has arrived when super juicy, super sweet berries come in season!

1. How about a cool-down treat for blazing hot summer days? These frozen yogurt bites are perfect! Yum!

Frozen Yogurt Berry Bites
@Happiness is Homemade

2. Look at the color of this super Berry Smoothie!!

Berry Smoothie
@Crazy Adventures in Parenting

3. Like Grandma’s pie, but in a tart!

Mixed berry tart
@The Jenny Evolution

4. A perfect way to have a very berry morning!

Berry Smoothie Bowl
@MakesandTakes.com

5. Okay, but why is this retro jello salad actually so stinkin’ delicious?? Yummy!!

Berry Jello Mold
@JelloJoy.com

6. Breakfast? Snack? Dessert? These berry yogurt pops do it all!

Homemade Fruit Leather is so easy to make and can be made with a variety of different fruits! I don't know why I never tried this before.

Berry Yogurt Popsicle
@PassMeSomeTasty.com

7. An amazing berry lemonade! This is what summer’s about!

Berry Lemonade
@ AMom’sTake.com

8. Parfait??? No bake??? Bring it on!!

No-Bake Berry Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

No Bake Berry Parfaits
@SmartSavvyLiving.com

9. I LOVE a beautiful Pavlova, and this is going to the top of the list!

Triple Berry Pavlova - This meringue cake is crisp on the outside and soft and light on the inside! Topped with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries, it's such an elegant, light and delicious dessert!

Triple Berry Pavlova
@BitsnGiggles.com

10. Tiramisu… but make it fruity!

Berry Tiramisu
@TheCookingFoodie.com

11. You had me at strawberry… but this takes it next level.

Berry Dessert
@ChristinasCucina.com

12. Who knew something so easy could taste this cool?

Berry Yogurt Slush Bowl
@MrsMadi.com

What’s your favorite Berry dishes to make? Do you have a family dish from days gone by that your family loves?

Do you need more berry recipes? Try some of these amazing fresh strawberry recipes!
Thanks for stopping by The Salty Pot today, and I hope you found a fave (or two!) in this berry sweet bunch. Catch ya next recipe!