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Saskatoon berries are special – the kind of special that only comes once a year....
As a Canadian, foraging for Saskatoon berries is one of the best parts of the summer. But eating them is even better! And since that once a year is finally here (it's Saskatoon berry season in Canada), I have gathered upThe 10 Best Saskatoon Berry Recipesfrom my fellow food bloggers to share with you!
The taste of a Saskatoon berry is actually quite difficult to describe. Some say they are similar to blueberries, but have a nuttier taste.
SASKATOON BERRIES ARE LIKE BLUEBERRIES, BUT BETTER!
Someone once described Saskatoon berries to me:"Like blueberries, but better.”So simple, yet I cannot think of a better description!
A native to Canadian Western provinces, as well as other parts of North America, the Saskatoon berry ripens in late July/early August. And although this purply-blue berry looks more like a blueberry, it is actually a cousin to the apple.
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SASKATOON BERRIES, JUNEBERRIES AND SERVICEBERRIES
If you are not familiar with this little gem of a berry, then you may know it by its alias “Juneberry." Interestingly enough, U.S. marketers started asking Canadian growers to change their labeling a number of years ago, so the Saskatoon berry gets a name change toJuneberryat the Canadian/ U.S. border.
The reason for this was that researchers at Cornell University found that although Americans loved the taste of Saskatoon berries, the name Saskatoon berry didn’t resonate as well as Juneberry. That's why you'll hear it referred to by both names in North America. And in some parts (mostly Ontario), Saskatoons are also known as Serviceberries. But Saskatoon berries, Juneberries and Serviceberries are all the same berry!
SASKATOON BERRY RECIPES
Now that the season is finally here,it won't last long, so you'll be looking for some delicious things to do with your Saskatoon berries. That's why I've rounded up these AMAZING Saskatoon Berry recipes for you to try! Enjoy them while they last....
Saskatoon Berry Pie
Saskatoon Berry Pie Filling and Sauce Recipe
This Saskatoon berry pie filling and sauce is cooked ahead, on the stove top, allowing time for the berries to soften and the flavors to merge, giving your pie a richer, thicker and tastier filling! The hint of almond also lends a delicious depth of flavor that's unlike any other Saskatoon berry pie out there! It also makes a great sauce for topping cheesecake, yogurt, ice cream or filling pierogies!
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Saskatoon Berry Tiramisu Dessert Shooters
📋 Saskatoon Berry Tiramisu Dessert Shooter Recipe
This mini dessert is deceptively simple, layered Saskatoon berry dessert in a shot glass, with Saskatoon berries, aka Juneberries, poached in coffee and kahlua, combined with marscarpone and white chocolate pudding, lady fingers and maple whipped cream. Although it looks elegant, it's the ultimate easy, quick and fancy tasting dessert shooter. Because sometimes you just want a little dessert.
Check out this recipe
Saskatoon Berry No Bake Cheesecake
No Bake Saskatoon Berry Cheesecake
An easy summer no bake cheesecake with fresh Saskatoon berries!
Saskatoon Berry Clafoutis
Saskatoon Berry Clafoutis
Clafoutis is an easy to make, easy to adapt, and fun to say (it’s ‘cla-foo-TEE’ for the record). If you’re not familiar with clafoutis, it’s a classic French dish made by pouring a thin, custardy batter into a pan and topping with fruit (traditionally sweet cherries – more on that later), and baking it until it’s puffy and set.
Saskatoon Berry Jam
Saskatoon Berry (Juneberry) Jam
This Saskatoon jam is a sweet, easy way to preserve Juneberries/Service Berries this spring
Wild Saskatoon Berry Crumble
Wild Saskatoon Berry Crumble
This Wild Saskatoon Berry Crumble is a simple, 9 ingredient recipe with a wholesome, plant based spin. It's free of dairy, gluten and refined sugar -- and bursting with decadent berry flavour!
Saskatoon Berry Oatmeal Cookies
📋 Saskatoon Berry Oatmeal Cookies
Succulent Saskatoon berries (aka Juneberries or Service berries) elevate the coconut, brown sugar and cinnamon flavors in this delicious and soft Saskatoon berry oatmeal cookie!
Check out this recipe
Saskatoon Berry Galette
Saskatoon Berry Galette
The crust is delicate and tender (as you can see from the picture) and just melts in your mouth. The filling is moist, rich, robust in Saskatoon flavor with just a hint of herbaceousness from the thyme and a spark of brightness from the lemon.
Mini Saskatoon Berry Scones
Mini Saskatoon Berry Scones
These Mini Saskatoon Scones are a lovely and very lemony scone that practically begs for a generous slathering of butter and a full pot of hot black tea.
Maple Saskatoon Berry BBQ Sauce
Maple Saskatoon Berry BBQ Sauce
This Maple Saskatoon Berry BBQ sauce is tangy and spicy! If you aren’t a fan of the peppery spice kick, simply reduce the amount of black pepper; it can easily adjusted to your taste.
Enjoy Saskatoon berry season while you can and these wonderful Saskatoon Berry Recipes!
More Saskatoon Berry Recipes!
- Saskatoon Berry Layer Cake
- Healthy Saskatoon Berry Pancakes
- Saskatoon Berry Ice Cream (no churn)
- Saskatoon Berry Loaf with Brown Butter Glaze
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Nicoletta
Saskatoons are so unique, it is a privilege to work with them. These recipes all highlight their flavor and it will be great to try them all. Thanks for including our galette!
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Terri Gilson
I agree that Saskatoons are a privilege to work with- my fave berry by far!!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful recipe, Nicoletta!
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Cinde
Thanks for sharing all these recipes. I too love Saskatoon berries, the season is now and I know where some bushes are nearby.
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Julia
What a great collection of tasty recipes! My mouth is heavily watering here 🙂
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Terri Gilson
Thank you, Julia. I hope you give some a try!
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Mary Bostow
These saskatoon berry recipes looks lovely. I'm ready to try a few. Thanks for the great ideas!
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Terri Gilson
Thanks, Mary! ? enjoy!
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Raia
Wow, these all look delicious! That galette has my name written all over it! Haha.
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Terri Gilson
Thanks Raia. I know what you mean- that galette had me drooling!
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Heidy L. McCallum
These berries look wonderful, I have never had them but after reading this wonderful post and seeing what you can make with them I really want to. I live in Florida and will have to do a little research to see where I can get them from but man when I do I am going to try a few of these recipes.
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Terri Gilson
Thanks, Heidy-I hope you have some luck- they are worth the hunt!
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Alina | Cooking Journey Blog
Oh, I know those berries from childhood, when we wondered if those are poisonous, haha! We used to eat them from the bush. I need to find those to try one of these delicious recipes! I guess someone need to sell those in local market (finger crossed).
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Terri Gilson
You can definitely find them at the farmers markets, Alina! The season is short and sweet so they are often frozen but just as delicious! I’m lucky because my local Co op grocery store sells frozen Saskatoons all year long!!
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Jessica
What a DELICIOUS round-up of Saskatoon Berry recipes! My fav time of year when I get to cook with these berries!
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Terri Gilson
Thanks, Jessica! I agree- berry season is the best time if the year!
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Leanne @ Crumb Top Baking
I've never tasted Saskatoon berries and I'm pretty sure we can't get them around here. But after looking at all those drool worthy recipes with Saskatoons, now I wish I could find some!
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Terri Gilson
I really hope you get to try them one day, Leanne! They are amazing!!
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Elaine
I'm lucky to have a Saskatoon berry farm just down the road. The ones that grow wild here are usually very small, but the farm variety are plump and delicious! You've created a wonderful round-up. Can't decide what to make first, the tiramisu or the cheesecake!
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Terri Gilson
Thanks, Elaine! Yes, you are sooo lucky! I’m jealous ?
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Sabrina
What a great round up of recipes. I’ve enjoyed growing Saskatoon berries in my garden in BC for some years and they really are delicious. I can’t wait to try them in the bbq sauce recipe! Thanks!
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Terri Gilson
Thanks, Sabrina! Oh you are smart! I really need to start growing them ?
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Spencer Holvey
Hey there, I think your website might be having browser compatibility issues. When I look at your blog in Ie, it looks fine but when opening in Internet Explorer, it has some overlapping. I just wanted to give you a quick heads up! Other then that, excellent blog!
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Terri Gilson
Thanks for letting me know - I will talk to my IT!
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Lica C
Fun fact - Saskatoon berries are called Chuckley pears here in Newfoundland! They are plentiful this time of year, so thanks for the yummy recipes 🙂
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Terri Gilson
Hi Lisa,
I did not know that- what a FUN name! Well, I hope you enjoy the new Chuckley Pear recipes! 😊
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