Save to Pinterest A comforting dessert featuring juicy blueberries baked beneath a golden, buttery biscuit topping perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
This warm blueberry cobbler has always been a hit at family gatherings, bringing smiles and second helpings all around.
Ingredients
- Fruit Filling: 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, pinch of salt
- Biscuit Topping: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and diced, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 2-quart baking dish.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt. Toss gently to coat, then spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4:
- Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined do not overmix.
- Step 5:
- Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the blueberry filling leaving some gaps for steam to escape.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the blueberry filling is bubbling.
- Step 7:
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Save to Pinterest Sharing this cobbler at family dinners creates wonderful memories that last a lifetime.
Required Tools
2-quart baking dish Mixing bowls Pastry cutter or fork Measuring cups and spoons Oven mitts
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk, and butter (dairy). Check all packaged ingredients for possible cross-contamination if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 255 Total Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 46 g Protein: 3 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This warm blueberry cobbler is a simple yet delightful dessert that warms the heart with every bite.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can fresh or frozen blueberries be used?
Yes, both fresh and frozen blueberries work well. Frozen berries may release more juice but still yield a delicious filling.
- → How do I achieve a crisp biscuit topping?
Sprinkle coarse sugar over the biscuit dough before baking to add a crunchy, caramelized finish.
- → What can I substitute for dairy ingredients?
Plant-based butter and milk alternatives can replace dairy to make this cobbler suitable for dairy-free diets.
- → Is lemon juice necessary in the filling?
Lemon juice brightens the blueberry filling by balancing sweetness and enhancing natural flavors, but can be adjusted to taste.
- → How should the cobbler be served?
It’s best enjoyed warm, often paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to complement the berries and biscuit topping.