You need a waffle iron to make this brunch-time staple. Photo, Erik Putz.
In August, blackberries hit their peak. Take advantage and turn these juicy gems into tasty jams, freeze them for later in the year or simply eat them by themselves. Need some inspiration? We've got 15 must-make recipes for you to try below.
The not-too-sweet, crunchy biscuit topping provides great texture and a nice balanced flavour. Get this plum and blackberry cobbler recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Stock up on blackberries while they’re in season, and take your breakfast up a notch. These waffles are made (and topped) with fresh compote just bursting with flavour. Add a dollop of cream and a dusting of sugar for a totally Instagrammable meal. Get this blackberry waffles with compote recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Simplify your morning with an energizing smoothie bowl. This easy, eye-pleasing meal begins with a fruit and yogurt base and is packed with protein, fibre and vitamins. Get this berry blast smoothie recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.These puffy pancakes have many names, including bismarcks and Dutch puffs. In every case, a simple batter poured into a hot pan creates instant, unforgettable magic. Get this sweet Dutch baby recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.A fresh and sweet salad—drizzled with an amazing white-wine vinaigrette—that you can pair with all your grilling favourites this summer. Get this fresh fig salad with blackberries recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.Our jumbleberry jam fills perfectly delicious bite-sized tartlets for an after-dinner treat. Get this berry tartlets with jumbleberry jam recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.This sparkling sangria, stirred up by Kimberly Steele and Tim Muehlbauer of East Coast Bistro, is a perfect patio cocktail. Get this berry apricot sangria recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.This unbelievably quick and easy dessert can be made a day ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve. Get this berry bliss pudding recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.This easy, beautiful and delicious creamy fruit tart is our favourite no-cook summer dessert. Get this no-bake summer fruit tart recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Show off the season’s juiciest gems in this gorgeous free-form galette. Rustic and elegant, it’s the perfect summer dessert—any way you slice it. Get this very berry galette recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.Impress guests with this palate-pleasing dessert that can be made a day ahead. Top with fresh berries before serving. Get this white chocolate tart with berries recipe.
Photo, Jean Longpre.Beautiful and summery, this cake is loaded with berries and drizzled with icing for a stunning effect. Get this vanilla cake with summer fruit recipe.
Photo, John Cullen.Lighter than air (and much more flavourful), tiers of hazelnut meringue are sandwiched with layers of whipped cream and fresh fruit. It’s a luscious dessert after a big feast. Get this meringue cake recipe.
Who says salsa needs to be vegetable based? Sub out the tomatoes for some blackberries to create a summery dip that’s perfect for tortilla chips. Get this blackberry salsa recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.For a simple yet delicious topper, drizzle over buttermilk waffles. Get this maple-berry sauce recipe.
Photo, Ditte Isager.
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