Have a Boysenberry Bonanza With These Fun Spring Recipes

The boysenberry is a cross between a raspberry, blackberry and loganberry.

ByABC News
April 2, 2015, 4:10 PM
Boysenberries on display at Knott's Berry Farm
Boysenberries on display at Knott's Berry Farm
Knott's Berry Farm

— -- To mark the return of spring, theme park Knott’s Berry Farm in California holds an annual, 16-day festival celebrating the boysenberry. Never heard of it? The boysenberry is a cross between a raspberry, blackberry and loganberry that nearly went extinct in the 1930s until Walter Knott harvested it back to abundance.

Named after its originator, Rudolph Boysen, the sweet, tangy fruit can be used in tons of ways, which is showcased at the festival in the form of frappuccinos, cheesecakes, barbecue sauce and more. Scroll through for all the unique uses, plus some recipes.

Boysenberry Sautéed Chicken and Sausage Sandwich

PHOTO: Boysenberry Sauteed Chicken and Sausage Sandwich
Boysenberry Sauteed Chicken and Sausage Sandwich

Click here for the recipe.

Boysenberry Relish

PHOTO: Boysenberry Relish
Boysenberry Relish

Click here for the recipe.

Boysenberry Cheesecake

PHOTO: Boysenberry Cheesecake
Boysenberry Cheesecake

Click here for the recipe.

Fried Cheese Curds With Spicy Boysenberry Dipping Sauce

PHOTO: Alligator and Cheese Curds
Alligator and Cheese Curds

Boysenberry BBQ Ribs

PHOTO: Boysenberry BBQ Ribs
Boysenberry BBQ Ribs

Boysenberry Churro Sundae

PHOTO: Boysenberry Churro Sundae
Boysenberry Churro Sundae

Boysenberry Dessert Flautas

PHOTO: Boysenberry Dessert Flautas
Boysenberry Dessert Flautas

Fish & Chips Sandwich With Boysenberry Tartar Sauce

PHOTO: Fish and Chips Sandwich with Boysenberry Tartar Sauce
Fish and Chips Sandwich with Boysenberry Tartar Sauce