Description
This classic Blueberry Cobbler recipe combines a luscious, jammy blueberry filling with a soft, buttery topping that turns golden and slightly crisp in the oven. Perfect for showcasing fresh or frozen blueberries, it’s a comforting and simple dessert ideal for family dinners, casual get-togethers, or any time you crave a cozy fruit dessert. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an irresistibly delightful treat.
Ingredients
For the Blueberry Filling
- 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cobbler Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For Serving
- Vanilla ice cream, as desired
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Blueberry Filling: In a large bowl, gently combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cornstarch, and vanilla extract until the berries are evenly coated.
- Transfer Filling: Pour the blueberry mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer for consistent baking.
- Prepare Topping Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to create a uniform dry mix.
- Add Wet Ingredients to Topping: Stir in the milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients, mixing just until a thick, smooth batter forms without overmixing.
- Assemble Cobbler: Spoon portions of the batter over the blueberry filling in the baking dish, leaving small gaps to allow the fruity filling to bubble through.
- Bake: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and you see bubbling blueberry filling around the edges.
- Cool Slightly: Let the cobbler rest for about 10 minutes to thicken the filling before serving.
- Serve: Scoop warm cobbler into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream for an extra special finish.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen blueberries without thawing.
- For extra flavor, add raspberries or blackberries, or sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg into the topping batter.
- Sprinkling coarse sugar on the topping before baking creates a crispier crust.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the oven at 150°C (300°F) or microwave individual servings for about 30 seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American