Classic Maine Blueberry Crisp

There's nothing more Maine than wild blueberries—and this simple, comforting dessert is perfect for spring gatherings or a cozy night at home.

Ingredients

For the filling:

4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

½ cup sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons cornstarch

For the topping:

1 cup rolled oats

½ cup flour

½ cup brown sugar

½ teaspoon cinnamon

½ cup butter (melted)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a bowl, mix blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.

Pour into a greased baking dish.

In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

Stir in melted butter until crumbly.

Sprinkle topping evenly over blueberries.

Bake for 35–40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Pro Tip

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the full Maine experience.

For those in the Penobscot Valley area, consider sourcing your blueberries from local farms like Blue Hill Berry Company in Penobscot, known for their certified organic wild blueberries. ([penobscotbaypress.com](https://penobscotbaypress.com/articles/community-news-penobscotbaypress/visit-a-local-blueberry-farm-on-wild-blueberry-weekend/?utm_source=openai))

Additionally, the annual Wild Blueberry Weekend in early August offers a chance to visit local farms, participate in harvest activities, and enjoy fresh blueberries. ([maine.gov](https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-mills-declares-august-3-4-maines-fourth-annual-wild-blueberry-weekend-2024-07-24?utm_source=openai))

Enjoy your homemade Penobscot Valley blueberry crisp!