{"id":10163,"date":"2026-03-02T03:35:34","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T03:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blueberry.org\/foodservice\/?page_id=10163"},"modified":"2026-06-05T20:00:34","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T20:00:34","slug":"k-12-menus-with-blueberries","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blueberry.org\/foodservice\/k-12-menus-with-blueberries\/","title":{"rendered":"K-12 Menus with Blueberries"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Blueberries are a versatile and practical addition to K-12 foodservice, offering seamless integration into school menus in both fresh and frozen forms. Whether tossed into a vibrant breakfast parfait or baked into whole-grain muffins, they provide a burst of color and nutrition that students love.<\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\n\n\n

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By choosing blueberries, schools can easily enhance their meal programs with a nutritious, well-loved fruit that supports student wellness while remaining manageable for kitchen staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use frozen berries for cost-effective smoothies and muffins, or fresh berries for grab-and-go cups and salad bars.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n

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Blueberries\u2019 vibrant color and naturally sweet flavor profile reduces the need for added sugars.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n

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Minimal Prep
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No peeling, pitting, or slicing required\u2014just rinse (fresh) or pour (frozen).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n

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Nutritious Choice
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Both fresh and frozen blueberries boast an excellent nutritional profile, helping kids get a serving of fruit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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ADD POWERFUL NUTRITION
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Behind the small, mighty blueberry is serious nutritional power, helping students meet daily fruit intake goals. Whether fresh or frozen, blueberries are a smart, dependable choice for building healthier, more impactful school meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n

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