5 Ways To Enjoy Blueberry Season In Southwest Florida

The stores and markets are full of these colorful berries right now. And Blueberry Bunch Farm in Labelle has opened its massive fields for U-Pick. But what do you do when your basket is overflowing? Here are 5 ways to enjoy blueberry season in Southwest Florida and for TikTok Tuesday.

These small little berries are big on antioxidants. As a matter of fact, they are considered a superfood by health experts. The berries are said to have a range of health benefits. They include things such as lowering bad cholesterol. The Cleveland Clinic reports they can also help manage blood pressure and blood sugar.

However, many of the recipes below add sugar so keep that in mind if you are a diabetic or currently counting calories. Most of the year, I have frozen blueberries in my house. But this is when things get fun. Fresh is always best. Sprinkle them on your cereal or add them to your yogurt. They are also great in oatmeal and smoothies or simple for snacks.

If you find yourself at a U-Pick farm or unable to resist a BOGO at the grocery store, I found some great recipes to help you enjoy them. Yes, most are on the sweet side, meaning deserts. However, there is a unique recipe below if you are watching calories and sugar, and want to add protein to your treats. In addition, I have to throw in a cocktail to round things out.

If you don't have a TikTok account, don't worry. I've made it easy to view by taking these links from mine. Simply scroll down and watch. Some recipes are in the captions while others appear as embedded text in the video. You can watch from this post without getting into trouble at work. In addition to being delicious, all of these videos are office and kid friendly. Share the post with your blueberry loving friends.

These not only look tasty but they are also billed as being more healthful too. I'm buying into it except for one thing.  I'm not sure about the peanut butter in this mix. But I'm willing to give it a try if you are.
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There is no way I can do a story on blueberries without including some kind of cocktail recipe. I've had blueberry mojito's, blueberries in gin and vodka too. This is so spring and summer. I can't wait to try it.

These blueberry muffins look amazing. She says what sets them apart is the topping. It takes a little effort but is allegedly worth it. The recipe has been floating around social media. Time to try it out.

Ooooo this sounds great for a brunch, a shower or anytime really. Lemon adds a fresh zip and it almost always goes well with blueberries. The Recipe is in the video and it does not look too hard. A few more steps than some recipes but you might be able to customize it a little too.

This is another versatile blueberry dish. Serve it for breakfast or dessert. Also good for brunch. I can just taste it with a glass of dry spakling wine. It looks impressive too.