Best 8 Easy Blueberry Crunch Recipes

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Take your taste buds on a delightful journey with our delectable Blueberry Crunch, a classic dessert that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of blueberries with a crunchy oat topping. This irresistible treat is incredibly easy to make, requiring only a handful of pantry staples and minimal effort. You'll be amazed at how quickly this dessert comes together, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings.

Indulge in two variations of this classic dessert: the traditional Blueberry Crunch and the scrumptious Blueberry Crunch Bars. The traditional version features a layer of fresh blueberries nestled between a crispy oat crumble topping and a buttery graham cracker crust. The Blueberry Crunch Bars, on the other hand, offer a portable and equally delicious option, with a chewy oat base, a layer of juicy blueberries, and a sweet oat crumble topping.

Both recipes are a cinch to prepare. Simply combine the ingredients for the oat crumble topping and sprinkle it over the blueberries. For the traditional Blueberry Crunch, press the mixture into a prepared graham cracker crust. For the Blueberry Crunch Bars, press the oat mixture into a baking pan and top with blueberries before adding the crumble topping. Pop it in the oven and let the magic happen!

As the Blueberry Crunch bakes, the blueberries will burst, releasing their sweet juices, while the oat crumble topping will turn golden brown and crispy. The result is a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Serve this warm and comforting dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

These Blueberry Crunch recipes are not just delicious but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to experiment with different fruits, such as raspberries, blackberries, or peaches. You can also add nuts, spices, or even chocolate chips to the oat crumble topping for a personalized touch. No matter how you choose to make it, the Blueberry Crunch is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BLUEBERRY CRUNCH DUMP CAKE RECIPE



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This Easy Blueberry Crunch Dump Cake recipe is so simple to make! You dump all the ingredients together, then bake, and you have a delicious dessert perfect for everything from a family celebrations to holidays.

Provided by Brandie Valenzuela

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter (melted)
11 ounces blueberries
3/4 cup sugar
20 ounce can crushed pineapple (undrained)
1 box yellow cake mix
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter (melted - 1 stick of butter)
Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 13×9″ baking dish. In a bowl, combine blueberries with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Sprinkle with sugar and gently coat blueberries with the sugar.
  • Pour pineapple into the bottom of the baking dish evenly. Sprinkle blueberries and sugar evenly over pineapple. Sprinkle dry yellow cake mix evenly on top of blueberries. Drizzle melted stick of butter on top of cake mix. Sprinkle pecans on top of cake mix/butter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45-55 minutes or until top is browned.

BLUEBERRY CRUNCH CAKE



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At 94 years of age, I don't have the energy to do all the things I once did...but I can still get enthused about whipping up my favorite culinary concoctions! I tend to bake many desserts due to my sweet tooth, and this blueberry crunch cake is one of my personal favorites. -Leon Kingsley, Marshfield, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
1/3 cup cold butter
CAKE:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
1-1/2 cups blueberries

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients; cut in the butter until crumbly. Set aside. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk. Mix well. Spoon two-thirds of the batter into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Sprinkle with two-thirds of the reserved crumb mixture. Top with blueberries and remaining batter and crumb mixture. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing sides of pan. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY BLUEBERRY CRISP



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for baking dish
8 cups blueberries, washed and drained
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Juice of 1 lemon
3/4 cup dark-brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish; set aside. In a medium bowl, toss blueberries with 1/2 cup flour, the granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Spread evenly in prepared baking dish, pressing down lightly.
  • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup flour; add butter. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, mix the butter into the dry ingredients until it looks like coarse irregular crumbs.
  • Spread crumbs over blueberries. Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees. and bake until the crumbs are browned and the juices have thickened, about one hour. Serve warm.

BLUEBERRY CRISP



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Summer never tasted so good. I highly recommend serving this blueberry crisp hot with ice cream.

Provided by AlexanderXavier

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Blueberry Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
4 cups fresh blueberries
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup rolled oats
⅓ cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
¼ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine blueberries, sugar, and flour in a bowl. Toss gently until berries are coated. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Mix brown sugar, flour, oats, butter, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in another bowl with 2 knives or a pastry blender. Sprinkle over the blueberry mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 244.3 mg, Sugar 33 g

BLUEBERRY CRUNCH



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Make and share this Blueberry Crunch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rachel7337

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup margarine
1 cup chopped pecans
8 ounces cream cheese
1 lb confectioners' sugar
12 ounces Cool Whip
1 (21 ounce) can blueberry pie filling

Steps:

  • Melt margarine and mix in self-rising flour and pecans, mix well and press into bottom of long dish. Bake at 350 until lighty brown. Mix cream cheese, confectioner's sugar and cool whip and pour over cooled crust. Top with blueberry pie filling. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.7, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 409, Carbohydrate 66.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 50.2, Protein 4

QUICK AND EASY BLUEBERRY CRISP



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This is great to throw together when you are strapped for time and a great way to use up those summer blueberries.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup butter, chillled
5 cups fresh blueberries, washed and stems removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375º.
  • In a large bowl, combine first three ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
  • Pour blueberries into a buttered 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle crumb mixture over berries.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until topping is golden and berries are bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.2, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 165, Carbohydrate 46.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 28.8, Protein 2.8

BLUEBERRY CRISP



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This blueberry crisp has a loose and juicy filling. If you would prefer a thicker filling, add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups (3 pints) blueberries
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats (or chopped nuts, such as almonds)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3 ounces (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Make the filling: Mix blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Make the topping: Stir together flour, oats, baking powder, and salt. Cream butter and sugar in a mixer until pale and fluffy. Stir dry ingredients into butter. Using your hands, squeeze topping pieces together into clumps.
  • Sprinkle topping evenly over filling. Bake until bubbling in center and brown on top, about 1 hour. Transfer to a wire rack, and let cool for 30 minutes before serving.

BLUEBERRY CRUNCH



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Not sure where I got this recipe from--on another website somewhere I think. Kind of a "dump" style recipe. Use fresh berries, canned or frozen (thawed).

Provided by Boyz 5

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
3 cups blueberries
3/4 cup sugar
1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1/2 cup margarine, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 9 by 13 inch baking pan.
  • Spread undrained pineapple evenly in pan.
  • Follow with the blueberries.
  • Sprinkle 3/4 cup sugar over the blueberries.
  • Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the blueberries.
  • Drizzle the melted margarine evenly over the cake mix; followed by the 1/4 cup sugar and the pecans.
  • Bake for 45 minutes.

The delectable treat known as blueberry crunch is a symphony of flavors, combining the juicy burst of blueberries, the golden crunch of a buttery oat topping, and the comfort of a warm, spiced filling. This dessert, with its vibrant blue hues and tantalizing aroma, is a delight for both the eyes and the taste buds. Creating this culinary masterpiece is a delightful culinary journey, and with the following tips and conclusion, you'll be well on your way to blueberry crunch success:

Tips:

  • Selecting the Freshest Berries: Opt for plump and vibrant blueberries, ensuring they are free from blemishes and have a deep blue color. Fresh berries will lend a burst of flavor and texture to your crunch.
  • Balancing the Sweetness: The natural sweetness of blueberries pairs harmoniously with a hint of tartness. Adjust the amount of sugar in the filling to suit your taste preferences, maintaining a delicate equilibrium between sweetness and tanginess.
  • Creating the Perfect Crunch Topping: Combine old-fashioned oats, flour, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to achieve a crumbly yet cohesive topping. The generous amount of butter adds richness and helps the topping crisp up beautifully in the oven.
  • Layering for Perfection: Layer the blueberries and the filling evenly in a baking dish. This ensures that each bite is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Arrange the oat topping generously over the filling, ensuring complete coverage.
  • Baking to Golden Perfection: Bake the blueberry crunch in a preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. The tantalizing aroma wafting from the oven signals that your dessert is almost ready to be enjoyed.

Conclusion:

Blueberry crunch is a timeless dessert that captivates hearts with its delightful flavors and textures. By following these tips, you can elevate your blueberry crunch to culinary excellence. Experiment with different blueberry varieties, adjust the sweetness to your liking, and create a topping that is both crunchy and flavorful. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed cold as a refreshing treat, blueberry crunch is a versatile dessert that is sure to impress. Indulge in the joy of baking and savor the irresistible charm of this classic dish.

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