Mom Deserves Wild Blueberry-Themed Breakfast in Bed

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating moms for everything they do for us day-in and day-out. If you’re looking to plan an extra special day for your mom, we have some delicious and brain-healthy wild blueberry recipes perfect for breakfast in bed.

Wild Blueberry Breakfast in Bed Recipes for Mom

Wild Blueberry Parfaits with Maple Seed Brittle

This wild blueberry parfait puts a classy spin on yogurt with wild blueberries, maple syrup, and some crunchy maple seed brittle. Mom will enjoy its delicious decadence and brain-healthy goodness. This recipe makes four parfaits, and leaves you with a little leftover brittle, perfect for a snack!

Wild Blueberry and Ricotta Pancakes

You can’t go wrong with some warm and gooey pancakes to start your morning off right. Try these wild blueberry and ricotta pancakes. This recipe serves 18, so you’ll have plenty to go around if other family members are planning to join! They’ll be drooling at the sight of this breakfast spread!

Wild Blueberry Chocolate Skillet Pancakes

Take the flavor of your pancakes to another level with this wild blueberry and chocolate skillet pancake recipe. If your mother has a sweet tooth, she’ll be extremely pleased to wake up to these! The best part? Wild blues are packed with an intense blueberry flavor and plenty of nutrients, making this dish a tasty breakfast option.

Warm Tropical Wild Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Sundae

A combination of fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, and quinoa, this wild blueberry quinoa breakfast sundae is packed with antioxidants and amino acids. Give mom a taste of something tropical this Mother’s Day. This recipe serves two, so make sure to double it if you’re feeding a few more family members along the way.

If you prepare some of these delicious wild blueberry dishes for Mother’s Day, we want to see! Take a picture, post on social media, and tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter so we can see how your family celebrated.

Plan the Perfect Easter Brunch With Wild Blueberries

Do you and your family have any big plans for the Easter Holiday? Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering or simply looking for some tasty brunch ideas, we’ve got you covered! And what better way to start your Easter brunch than with a mouth-watering recipe featuring one of nature’s superfoods – wild blueberries!

These little berries are not only packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, but they’re also versatile enough to be used in a variety of dishes. From pancakes to muffins to parfaits, wild blueberries can add a healthy and delicious twist to your Easter brunch menu. Plus, they’re a perfect way to add some festive color to your dishes, with their deep blue-purple hue reminiscent of spring blooms and Easter eggs. 

The Wild Blueberry Brunch Breakdown

Now, let’s get to the good stuff… some flavorful wild blueberry recipes that will have your tastebuds singing! From sweet to savory, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. These five recipes can easily accompany all the traditional brunch favorites. Let’s get cooking and make this Easter brunch one to remember!

Waffle Bar with Wild Blueberry Syrup

You heard that right, a waffle bar! Swap your traditional sugary maple syrup for some homemade delicious wild blueberry syrup. This healthier syrup alternative is packed with flavor, making your waffles warm and most definitely inviting. For an all around yummy breakfast, this waffle bar is best served with a side of eggs (preferably scrambled) and some fried bacon.


Wild Blueberry Ricotta Stuffed French Toast Bake

Looking for the main event for brunch? Look no further than this Wild Blueberry Ricotta Stuffed French Toast! This baked dish takes all the best parts of breakfast and rolls it into one scrumptious bite. Served best with maple syrup and topped with some flavorful wild blueberries.

Wild Blueberry Mini Muffins

You can’t go wrong with having a few carb options at your brunch table, such as toast, bagels, or muffins. These wild blueberry mini muffins are the perfect addition to your spread.


Wild Blueberry Peanut Butter Dip

Who doesn’t love a good dip? This wild blueberry and peanut butter dip is guaranteed to be kid-friendly, and makes a great toast spread or snack addition. Make your fruit and veggie platter a little sweeter with this homemade dip option.

Wild Blueberry Bubbly

Now, this is for all the adults out there – we know that mimosas are the brunch drink of choice, but this wild blueberry bubbly might become your new favorite. All you need is a little sugar, water, some prosecco, and wild blueberries of course.


If you host an Easter brunch, be sure to share with us your wild blueberry creations. Take a photo, post on social, and tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter so we can see your Easter brunch spread.

Brain-Healthy Breakfast Recipes to Start Busy School Mornings Off Right

It’s that time of year again–some kids have already had their first day of school while kids here in Maine are just heading back to the classroom. While it’s still a little unclear what the school year will ultimately look like for your child–either in-person learning or remote–we want to say a big thank you to all the parents out there.  

While we can’t help with the homework, we can help with making your mornings a bit easier. For most families, mornings are super busy but breakfast is the one meal during the day that parents tell us they have complete control over what their child eats. So, why not make breakfast filled with brainy-healthy foods to give your kiddos a great start to their school day? Here’s a little breakfast inspiration: six wild blueberry breakfast recipes that will help nourish your child’s brain. With 33% more brain-healthy anthocyanins and 2x the antioxidants of regular blueberries, adding a healthy scoop of wild blueberries to your kid’s morning is a great way to begin the day. 

Try these grab-and-go Wild Blueberry Mini Muffins

The morning goes quickly, especially when you’re juggling so much! Out of time? No problem, these quick and easy, grab-and-go Wild Blueberry Mini Muffins are the perfect solution. Simply bake them in the evening, store them in a tupperware container, and everyone will be able to grab a yummy muffin on their way out the door in the morning. 

Pro tip: throw them in the microwave for 15 seconds to make it nice and warm before biting into some wild muffin goodness.

Whip up some Wild Blueberry Zucchini Bread

Start your day on a nutritious note with our Wild Blueberry Zucchini Bread—a delicious and wholesome treat designed to fuel young minds. Packed with vibrant wild blueberries and nutrient-rich zucchini, this bread offers a delectable way to kick-start your mornings. Wild blueberries are best in this recipe because they add a bold, tart flavor and their small size means more berries per bite.

Prep some Dried Wild Blueberry Almond Granola

Bursting with nutty almonds and antioxidant-packed dried wild blues, this Dried Wild Blueberry Almond Granola not only supports cognitive function, but also delivers essential nutrients that growing bodies need. Prepare a batch in advance and enjoy it as a quick weekday breakfast or as a topping for yogurt parfaits.

Have dessert for breakfast with Wild Blueberry Crumb Cake

With ‘cake’ in the title, this is an easy make-ahead breakfast option that tastes good and may encourage your kids to eat breakfast–especially if they think they’re getting away with eating dessert in the morning. Wild Blueberry Crumb Cake tastes delicious without sacrificing added nutrients. 

For the toast fans out there, try some Coconut Peanut Butter Wild Blueberry Toast

If your child loves old-school PB&Js, try this homemade spin-off: Coconut Peanut Butter Wild Blueberry Toast. Using just seven simple ingredients, top your grain of choice (e.g., whole wheat bread, an english muffin, or whatever your child loves!) with some wild blueberry goodness. 

Blend up a Mix-In-A-Pan Wild Blueberry Snack Cake 

Introducing a hassle-free marvel for busy mornings: Mix-In-A-Pan Wild Blueberry Snack Cake! The ease of preparation makes it an ideal option for hectic school days—simply mix the ingredients in a single pan and pop it in the oven. Plus, it’s a versatile delight that can be sliced into convenient portions for breakfast on-the-go or as an after-school pick-me-up.

Did you know that research has found wild blueberries to have a positive effect on your child’s memory, decision making, response times, concentration, and mood? That’s why wild blueberries should power your family’s morning to make for a great day ahead. If you try one of the above breakfast recipes, let us know which one your kids loved the most! Take a picture, post on social, and tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter so we can see your kids’ *wild* breakfast. If your profile and/or post is public, we’ll be sure to repost it on our stories or respond. Can’t wait to see what you come up with for your family!

6 Wild Blueberry Comfort Food Breakfast Recipes

As the air turns cool and the sun begins its annual winter retreat, adding warm comfort foods like soup, stews, and casseroles to our daily dinner routine just comes naturally.

Comfort food isn’t reserved for dinnertime alone. Breakfast is another perfect meal to serve up a little comfort food. A warm breakfast made from the heart will fuel your family throughout the morning, help them start their day off right, and create some fun family memories, too. Here are six Wild Blueberry comfort food breakfast recipes to add to your repertoire:


1. Wild Blueberry and Chocolate Skillet Pancakes. Prepared in a cast-iron skillet, these pancakes are not your average hotcakes; they are more like cake. Plus, they have a double whammy of mood-boosting goodness with Wild Blueberries and dark chocolate. Wild Blueberries are rich in anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid that gives these tiny, mighty berries their deep blue pigment. Science shows that anthocyanins are heart healthy and cancer preventative, and new research now adds mood-boosting to the list of benefits. Dark chocolate includes flavanols that boost mood by raising circling levels of serotonin – the “feel good” neurotransmitter. Send your family off with a smile after serving these delicious pancakes.


2. Belgian Waffle with Wild Blueberry Cream. If you’re craving waffles, take your waffle-making to the next level with this recipe that’s loaded with amazing deliciousness. Featuring made-from-scratch Belgian waffles topped with a creamy mascarpone Wild Blueberry spread that’s a lot like whipped cream. The wild berries add a beautiful color, intense flavor and the perfect amount of sweetness to the center filling. Sprinkle with homemade no-bake almond granola to add tasty texture, too.


3. Orange Pancakes with Wild Blueberry-Orange Sauce. Who doesn’t love pancakes? This delicious recipe will add refreshing flavor to plain pancakes. Made with fresh orange juice, orange zest and topped with a warm Wild Blueberry Orange sauce, the first bite will remind you of warm summer days. This recipe happens to be gluten-free, but you can easily substitute the gluten-free flour with a regular all-purpose one.


4. Wild Blueberry & Ricotta Stuffed French Toast Bake. Get ready to savor the day with this delicious, make-ahead Wild Blueberry Stuffed French Toast. It has the perfect amount of crunch on the outside and smooth texture on the inside. The Wild Blueberries take center stage when it comes to flavor, melting beautifully with the ricotta cheese to create a filling that has the perfect balance of sweetness, richness, and creaminess. The natural sweetness of the ricotta and Wild Blueberries reduces the need for added sugar. That said, don’t forget to add a drizzle of Wild Blueberry-infused maple syrup to make it extra special.


5. Wild Blueberry Cranberry and Almond Oatmeal. Oatmeal may be the quintessential breakfast comfort food. Enjoying that warm bowl of goodness is sure to transport you to winter days curled up by the fire. To make that bowl even more special try this recipe, which features quick cooking steel cut oats topped with warm Wild Blueberries, dried cranberries, slivered almonds, plus a drizzle of maple syrup. Just yum!

Wild Blueberry Baked Doughnuts


6. Wild Blueberry Baked Doughnuts. Doughnuts bring back special memories of childhood. They were a special treat on weekends when everyone fought over their favorite flavor. Instead of running to the store to buy doughnuts, try making them at home. These are baked so you’ll need a pair of standard doughnut baking pans, plus some frozen Wild Blueberries. Once you’re done whipping them up, glaze them, toss them in powdered sugar, or try brushing with warm butter and dipping them in cinnamon-sugar. Your guests will be asking for more.

Why do we love comfort foods? They provide emotional connection to memories of childhood and time spent together in the kitchen with family. So, be sure to take a few minutes to plan occasions when you can enjoy making special, warm, hearty breakfasts at home. Your family will thank you.

Round Turned Upside Down! Wild Blueberry Pancakes Take a Savory Turn

pancakes by breahn, on Flickr
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For some, food fun days like National Blueberry Pancake Day herald the wonderful ways to enjoy a breakfast favorite swathed in their favorite companion, the mouth-watering wild blueberry. But for others, such a celebration brings the breakfast blues. A day that celebrates a food with the word “cake” in it is one of restraint for many of us, not celebration.

Enter this month’s most heartening foodie find: Fabio Viviani’s Perfect Savory Pancakes – a true upset for the blueberry pancake traditionalist, and for those who have pledged to forgo the treat due to its carb and sugar excesses, a deliciously welcome one.

In this flapjack flip-flop, ricotta cheese lends the richness, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika provides an unexpected lift for such an early hour. Forget the syrup, says Viviani of this savory, not sweet treat: topping these pancakes with syrup would be nothing short of “a disaster!” He uses olive oil instead in a nod to the savory switcheroo, and an astonishing dusting of Parmesan cheese adds the final touch. What could be more out of the blue?

Viviani says the key to fluffy pancakes is to let the batter get thick but not too thick. He blends the blueberries into the batter early, in a complete hotcake turn-around from our favored blueberry pancake method, though he adheres to proper pancake protocol when applying the ricotta. The blueberries carry the sweet load in this dish, providing the perfect foil against the dominant savory taste.

Said one Wild About Health reader who gave it an enthusiastic thumbs up, “It’s really more like an omelet than a pancake.” He put frozen wild blueberries in with the ricotta to intensify the fruit flavor (perfectly acceptable!) and sprinkled it with feta instead of Parmesan.

What’s even better about this breakfast indulgence is that it cuts the flour of a traditional pancake in half. How? Credit the natural fiber called pectin, one of the wild blueberry’s myriad nutritional advantages.

Pectin – A Hidden Benefit of the Wild Blueberry

Pectin is a naturally occurring substance found in berries and other fruits like apples that can cause thickening when heated.  (It’s what creates the consistency of jams and jellies.) The high fiber content in wild blueberries comes in the form of this natural thickening agent. One of the reasons this powerfully nutritious berry is also known to help stomach problems and improve digestive disturbances like IBS may be, in part, due to the pectin fiber content – half a cup of blues has as much fiber as a slice of whole wheat bread!

Thanks to the blueberry’s pectin, says Viviani, cutting the flour content is easy in these griddle luminaries.  In addition to the wonderful gastrointestinal benefits, this unique take on the cake provides a great alternative if you are cutting carbs as well. What a delightful way to face the day!

Pour it and Ignore it! 

Watch Fabio Viviani’s griddle method as he walks through his Perfect Savory Pancakes. View the Chow Ciao video featuring Fabio.

12 Days of Wild Blues, Day 4: Memorable Holiday Morning

Blueberry Griddle Cake by norwichnuts, on Flickr
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The stockings have been hung, the cards have been delivered. Christmas morning signals, among other things, an end to the chaos. It conjures a house filled with torn tissue paper, strewn boxes, and children dressed in pajamas busying themselves with gifts. Alongside them, weary parents remind them to pause for a moment and eat breakfast.

Wild Blueberry Pancakes are made for Christmas morning. They are comforting and indulgently sweet, and they invite family members to hover around a griddle. They also require a little more time than most run-of-the-mill mornings have to give. For many, December 25th is the one chance they’ll get to sit down and share a morning meal, and pancakes in classic wild blueberry style fit the bill.


Day 4: Blueberry Pancake BreakfastThere are blitzes, coffee cakes, and scones, and all do their part to showcase this little blue fruit. But breakfast is for pancakes, after all. When it comes to delicious, the taste of those tender disks covered with syrup just can’t be replicated. Here are some options for your holiday morn:

Gifting pancakes? Visit Blueberry Bliss for a wild blueberry pancake mix, or Stonewall Kitchen, which has very giftable pancake and waffle mixes and wild blueberry syrup. The ultimate wild blue combo!