As berries reach their peak ripeness this season, Martha Stewart made an appearance on Today’s show, alongside Jenna Bush Hager and Maria Shriver, to demonstrate a delightful summer dessert—blueberry crisp. Emphasizing the simplicity and family-friendliness of the recipe, Martha stated, “I wanted to show everybody how easy it is to make a dessert that your whole family will love and will not leave any crumbs.”
To create the crisp, Martha began by blending flour, sugars, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl, then cutting in cold butter using a pastry blender until the mixture achieved a crumbly texture. Next, she generously layered fresh blueberries in a buttered baking dish and added the crumb topping. To make clean-up easier, she suggested lining a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper beneath the baking dish, allowing any excess juices to drip away.
After placing the assembled dessert in a preheated oven at 375 degrees, Martha advised that it is ready when the center is visibly bubbling. For an extra touch of indulgence, she recommends serving the blueberry crisp with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream—an addition that even Jenna Bush Hager noted might be the easiest recipe Martha has showcased on the show.
In addition to the blueberry crisp, Martha offered a sneak peek of her rhubarb lattice tart and shared festive Fourth of July recipes, including tips for party planning. She demonstrated how to make poppy seed straws with puff pastry and showcased her popular frozen Martha-rita cocktail, made with pomegranate juice, tequila, and lime juice, served in a sugar-rimmed glass.
Furthermore, Martha highlighted her expertise as a caterer by presenting a large fruit and cheese board, playfully referred to as “landscapes.” She provided insights on assembling a visually appealing spread that includes berries, currants, and cherries artfully arranged with a variety of cheeses, specifically recommending about 3 to 4 ounces of cheese per person while cautioning against soft cheeses in warm weather.
This segment not only offered an easy yet delicious dessert idea but also inspired viewers with a range of creative culinary options for summer gatherings, reflecting Martha’s enduring passion for food and entertaining.