Blueberries bring their sweet-tart punch to all kinds of breakfast favorites, from fluffy baked goods to cool, blended smoothies. They mix effortlessly into muffins, breads, and cakes, bursting with juice when baked and blending smoothly into creamy drinks or puddings. Whether you want something quick for a weekday or something fresh from the oven on a slow morning, these blueberry-packed options are full of flavor and variety. There’s something for every kind of breakfast mood, light, hearty, cozy, or cold.

Blueberry Breakfast Cake

Blueberry Breakfast Cake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This soft, tender cake is dotted with juicy blueberries and topped with a sugar crust that bakes up golden. It’s light enough for breakfast but sweet enough to feel like a treat. Slice it warm or let it cool and serve with coffee. Easy to prep and even easier to eat.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Breakfast Cake

Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie

A glass of blueberry oatmeal smoothie on a counter.
Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Blended blueberries, oats, and yogurt make this smoothie thick, creamy, and satisfying. It’s sweet without needing much added sugar and keeps you full longer than a fruit-only blend. Chill it well before serving. Great for on-the-go mornings.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie

Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

Two blueberry muffins on a wooden board with more muffins and a bowl of blueberries in the background—perfect for anyone looking to try new blueberry breakfast recipes.
Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These muffins use almond flour for a slightly nutty, rich texture that stays moist after baking. Blueberries break up the richness with bright, juicy bursts. They’re naturally dense but not heavy. Good for gluten-free baking or just a flavor twist.
Get the Recipe: Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins

A blueberry muffin split in half on a white plate, showing a moist interior with visible blueberries—perfect inspiration for blueberry breakfast recipes and new breakfast ideas.
Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Buttermilk gives these muffins a tender crumb and slight tang that balances the sweetness of the berries. The tops bake up golden with just the right rise. Classic, simple, and always worth repeating. Bake a batch and freeze a few for later.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins

Blueberry Scones

A blueberry scone drizzled with white icing.
Blueberry Scones. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Crisp on the edges and soft in the center, these scones hold fresh blueberries in buttery layers. A simple glaze or coarse sugar on top adds a little contrast. Best served warm, split open, and slathered with butter or jam. A bakery feel without the trip.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Scones

Blueberry Streusel Coffeecake

Image shows a slice of Blueberry Streusel Coffeecake on a small plate.
Blueberry Streusel Coffeecake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This crumb-topped cake bakes with layers of cinnamon sugar, blueberries, and moist cake underneath. The streusel adds crunch and flavor without overwhelming the fruit. Serve it warm or at room temp. Great for weekend mornings or bringing to brunch.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Streusel Coffeecake

Banana Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry muffins in a muffin tin.
Banana Blueberry Muffins. Photo credit: Sage Alpha Gal.

Mashed banana and blueberries team up in these soft, moist muffins that balance sweet and fruity. The banana keeps the texture tender and slightly dense. Great use for ripe bananas and easy to batch bake. A go-to for busy mornings.
Get the Recipe: Banana Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Rhubarb Muffins

Blueberry Rhubarb Muffins on a black plate with one muffin cut in half.
Blueberry Rhubarb Muffins. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Tart rhubarb and sweet blueberries give these muffins a bold, balanced bite. The fruit softens as it bakes, staying juicy and bright. The texture is moist with little bursts of flavor. A seasonal take on the usual muffin.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Rhubarb Muffins

Blueberry Avocado Smoothie

Blueberry Avocado Smoothie in glass mug with blue straw and napkin.
Blueberry Avocado Smoothie. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Creamy avocado blends with blueberries for a thick, rich smoothie with a cool purple hue. The flavor stays mild, with the avocado adding texture more than taste. Add lemon or lime for brightness. It’s filling and smooth.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Avocado Smoothie

Blueberry Bread

Dutch oven blueberry bread slices on a white plate.
Blueberry Bread. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

This quick bread is soft, sweet, and loaded with berries that break up the crumb. It slices cleanly once cooled and toasts well with butter. A lemon glaze on top can brighten it up. Bake one loaf or divide into minis.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Bread

Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

Lemon roll with blueberries on a plate.
Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These soft, yeasted rolls swirl with blueberry filling and finish with a lemony glaze. The dough stays pillowy, and the berries burst into the layers. Serve warm from the pan or reheated the next day. Great for special breakfasts or slow Sundays.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Sweet Rolls

Blueberry chia pudding

Blueberry chia pudding in a mason jar topped with coconut cream and blueberries on a wooden cutting board with blueberries and protein powder around it.
Blueberry chia pudding. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Chia seeds soak overnight in blueberry puree and milk for a thick, spoonable pudding. It’s lightly sweet with a bit of texture and works well topped with granola or fruit. Prep it the night before and grab it in the morning. Cool, filling, and portable.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry chia pudding

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