The Best Blueberry Snacks

Bai Flavored Water, Brasilia Blueberry

The refresher

This flavored water is a great way to quench your thirst and it doesn't have any artificial sweeteners.

Best Beverage

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We usually approach flavored drinks with caution, since they’re often packed with added sugar or extra calories that we don’t care for. Bai’s flavored water is the best of both worlds for those who can’t resist a refreshing drink. It’s made without any artificial sweeteners and has only ten calories and one gram of sugar in a bottle. The ingredients list checks out: water is the first ingredient, followed by blueberry juice concentrate, and other real berry concentrates. Staying hydrated is the most essential way to take care of your body and Bai’s blueberry flavored water makes it easy to do so.

Pros:

• Gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, and kosher
• Has caffeine for an extra burst of energy
• Infused with antioxidants

Cons:

• The caffeine might not be ideal for those who are sensitive to caffeine and for kids

Nature’s Bakery Whole Wheat Fig Bars, Blueberry

Raising the bar

Fig bars are a classic and this version, bursting with blueberry jam, is a filling treat for any time of day.

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We’re big fans of snacks that border on dessert and these fig bars from Nature’s Bakery definitely fit the bill. Made with whole wheat flour and filled with sweet blueberry jam, this bar feels like an indulgent breakfast item or a great lunchtime dessert. We’ve had fig bars in the past that only give you the thinnest layer of jam, but we love that these bars have plenty of filling. The pastry part of the bar tastes wholesome, but could also pass for a healthy cookie with its chewy, toothsome texture. We recommend even popping them in the countertop toaster oven to warm them up and elevate this snack even further.

Pros:

• Non-GMO, kosher, and vegan
• Ultra-portable, and we like that these can travel without crumbling or breaking apart
• Ideal as a meal-on-the-go if you’re in the rush in the morning

Cons:

• These are on the sweeter side, for those wishing to limit their sugar intake

Natierra Freeze-Dried Blueberries

Pure and simple

These dried organic blueberries are great for hikes, car rides, and anywhere else the craving strikes.

Best Dried

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Fresh blueberries are a truly versatile fruit that’s great eaten on its own, used in baking, tossed into salads, or blended up into smoothies. As it turns out, dried blueberries are wonderful for all the same reasons, and they’re perfect to have stored in your pantry for any occasion. Natierra’s blueberries are freeze-dried so they’re crunchy, not chewy like traditional dried fruit, to lock in the flavor and nutrition. We love that this is such an unexpected texture to associate with blueberries. Enjoy these straight from the bag or use them to top your overnight oats, pancakes, and yogurt parfaits.

Pros:

• USDA organic, non-GMO, kosher, and vegan
• Incredibly multipurpose—we recommend these for baking and smoothies
• Can grind these up as a natural food coloring

Cons:

• Berries are crushable, so not as ideal as a portable snack

Welch’s Blueberry Fruit ‘n Yogurt Snacks

Milk and berries

This fruit-and-yogurt snack combines sweet and tart flavors for those who can't resist a great gummy snack.

Best Fruit Snack

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One of our favorite ways to enjoy blueberries is sprinkled atop yogurt, so we think these Welch’s fruit snacks really knock it out of the park with this flavor combination. The fruit center is made of blueberry puree, as well as white grape and pear puree, for a more nuanced flavor, surrounded by a creamy yogurt coating. They’re perfectly bite-sized and we like the different textures, from the sweet and smooth yogurt coating, which gives way to the jelly-like center. If you’re looking for a blueberry snack that’s more out-of-the-box than the traditional granola or bar types of snacks — which we definitely love — give these fun fruit snacks a try.

Pros:

• Gluten-free
• Individual packets make this ideal to pack with lunch and for portion control
• A more unique snack if you want to change things up

Cons:

• Yogurt coating can melt more easily

Brookside Dark Chocolate Candy, Acai, and Blueberry

Treat yourself

Pair chocolate with blueberries and you have a decadent treat that doesn't sacrifice nutrition.

Most Indulgent

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Chocolate is an irresistible snack that pairs well with so many flavors, and now we’ll add blueberries to that list. Brookside’s chocolate snack is made of dark chocolate wrapped around a fruit-flavored center that features blueberries and acai. The acai is a perfect complement to the blueberry since both have such distinct, rich flavors. We love the combination of the fruity sweetness of the tart fruit and the savory sweetness of the chocolate.

Pros:

• Gluten-free
• Great for elevating your meals—add these to a charcuterie board, have them with your ice cream, or top cupcakes with them
• Truly made for those with a sweet tooth

Cons:

• The dark chocolate is on the sweeter side, for those who prefer a more “bitter” dark chocolate

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are blueberries considered nutritious?

Blueberries are considered a superfood, meaning they pack a lot of nutrients and health benefits. They’re bursting with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants — in particular, they’re high in vitamin C and K, the latter of which helps keeps bones healthy. They also might help prevent heart disease, maintain brain function, reduce muscle damage.

What are antioxidants?

We want to call out blueberry’s antioxidant properties in particular since it’s one of the things it’s known for. Blueberries have the highest levels of all common fruits and vegetables, which protect against the free radicals that damage your cells and contribute to aging and diseases.