Ah, brunch – the perfect excuse to gather your squad and devour a mountain of delicious food! I’m obsessed with creating a stunning blueberry muffin strawberry shortcake-inspired spread, and I’m excited to share my fave recipes with you. Imagine a blue and white food table theme that’s almost too pretty to eat (almost!). So, what makes a killer brunch board? For me, it’s all about combining blueberry breakfast ideas with sweet and savory treats that are easy to grab and go. Are you ready to level up your brunch catering game and impress your friends at your next book club food gathering?
Blueberry Muffin Magic
I’m starting with a classic: the blueberry muffin. These babies are moist, flavorful, and perfect for a blue aesthetic party.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix!
5. Gently fold in those gorgeous blueberries.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Why You’ll Love It:
These blueberry muffins are a staple for any brunch catering spread. They’re easy to make, look stunning on a blue and white food table theme, and are perfect for a book club food gathering. Plus, who can resist a warm, freshly baked muffin?
Strawberry Shortcake Showstopper
Now, let’s talk strawberry shortcake – the ultimate blueberry muffin strawberry shortcake combo!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, mix together sliced strawberries and granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 15 minutes, until the strawberries start to release their juice.
2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and honey.
4. Add the softened butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Press the mixture into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
6. Roll out the dough to about 1 inch thickness. Cut out rounds using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
7. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
8. Split the shortcakes in half horizontally using a serrated knife.
9. Spoon some of that delicious strawberry mixture over the bottom half of each shortcake, followed by a dollop of whipped cream.
Why You’ll Love It:
This strawberry shortcake recipe is a game-changer for any blueberry breakfast ideas. The combination of sweet strawberries, crunchy shortcake, and creamy whipped cream is absolute perfection. Plus, it’s ridiculously easy to make and looks stunning on a blue and white food table theme.
Lemon Blueberry Scones
Who says scones are boring? Not me! These lemon blueberry scones are the perfect addition to your brunch catering spread.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until the dough comes together.
6. Gently fold in those gorgeous blueberries.
7. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle that’s about 1 inch thick.
8. Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out scones.
9. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Why You’ll Love It:
These lemon blueberry scones are a refreshing twist on traditional blueberry breakfast ideas. The combination of tangy lemon and sweet blueberries is absolute perfection. Plus, they’re perfect for a book club food gathering or brunch catering spread.
Fresh Fruit Salad
A fresh fruit salad is the perfect way to add some color and freshness to your blue and white food table theme.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh grapes, halved
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine sliced strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and pineapple.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and lemon juice.
3. Pour the honey-lemon mixture over the fruit and toss to combine.
Why You’ll Love It:
This fresh fruit salad is a light and refreshing addition to any brunch catering spread. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors is perfect for a blueberry muffin strawberry shortcake-inspired spread.
In conclusion, these recipes are sure to make your blueberry muffin strawberry shortcake-inspired brunch board a hit! With their speed, flavor, and convenience, you’ll be the queen of brunch catering in no time. So go ahead, get creative, and have fun with it! Your taste buds (and your friends) will thank you .
