Blueberry Cobbler

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It only takes 10 minutes to prep this easy Blueberry Cobbler recipe and pop it in the oven. Start with plenty of fresh blueberries, add a delicious from-scratch topping, and bake until golden brown. Bonus points if you add a scoop of ice cream!

Two plates of blueberry cobbler with ice cream.


 

Learn the secrets to the easist Blueberry Cobbler. It takes just 10 minutes of prep and is so delicious to eat, especially with a scoop of cold ice cream atop a scoop of warm cobbler. It’s the perfect summer dessert.

Some cobbler recipes have cake mix, a biscuit topping, or streusel toppings, but this from-scratch version is just as easy to make. It’s buttery, and delicious with a chewy texture and baked until golden brown with bubbly fruit beneath.

It’s the perfect dessert to enjoy when blueberries are in peak season or anytime you are craving a spoonful of summer.

Recipe ingredients

Ingredients labeled for blueberry cobbler.

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Ingredient notes

  • Blueberries: Any combination of blueberries, blackberries, or cherries taste delicious in this cobbler. If you substitute strawberries, leave out the orange juice.
  • Butter: To soften butter in the microwave, cut each stick of butter in half, unwrap, and place on a microwave-safe plate. Then cook the butter at 10% power for 1 minute. Gently press on the butter with your finger, and if it still feels too firm, cook for another 40 seconds at 10% power.
  • Vanilla ice cream: Store-bought or homemade; either is a treat. Whipped cream or whipped coconut cream would also be delicious on top.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a medium bowl, add blueberries, orange juice, and 3 tablespoons sugar, and stir to combine, then pour into a 9-inch square or round baking dish.
Blueberries and orange juice in a baking dish for blueberry cobbler.
  1. To combine the dry ingredients, in a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. To combine the wet ingredients, in a large bowl, cream butter and ½ cup sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
Cobbler topping in a bowl.
  1. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Working in batches, fold in ⅓ of the flour mixture at a time, beating well after each addition. Drop rounded tablespoons of batter over the blueberry mixture (I like to use the OXO small scoop, a #70 portion scoop, heaped).
A baking dish of unbaked blueberry cobbler.
  1. Bake until the topping is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly, about 35 to 40 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving. Serve with ice cream if desired.
A baking dish of blueberry cobbler.

Recipe tips and variations

  • Yield: This recipe makes about 6 cups of cobbler, enough for 6 (1-cup) servings.
  • Storage: Leftover cobbler is safe covered at room temperature the same day you bake it. Beyond that, store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 more days. Reheat if desired before serving.
  • Freezer: Bake the cobbler according to the recipe, then cool completely, wrap in freeze-safe plastic wrap or foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
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  • Blueberry Crisp: If you love blueberry desserts, a simple, delicious Blueberry Crisp has a pile of juicy berries (you can use fresh or frozen!) and a crunchy buttery walnut topping. It’s an easy dessert that’s done in an hour with just 10 minutes of prep!
  • Blueberry Pancakes: If you love blueberry recipes, learn how to make homemade Blueberry Pancakes that are light, fluffy, and popping with blueberry flavor. Use fresh or frozen (but not thawed) blueberries for the cleanest batter in your bowl. I love to make a big batch of pancakes, freeze them individually on plates, and transfer to a freezer bag for my daily pancake habit!
  • Blueberry Lemon Yogurt Cake: Blueberry Lemon Yogurt Cake is an easy quick bread made with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, vegetable oil, and juicy blueberries, fresh or frozen, and it’s ready in under an hour.
  • Apple Cobbler: Celebrate fall’s best apples with this easy homemade Apple Cobbler Recipe. The from-scratch topping is ready in minutes and bakes up soft, chewy, and golden brown. It’s the perfect dessert to wind down a chilly fall day.
  • Apple Walnut Cobbler: Apple Walnut Cobbler is like upside down apple pie topped with a rich caramel sauce studded with walnuts. 
  • Blackberry Cobbler: Showcase your crop of summer’s juiciest blackberries with this easy fruit cobbler recipe. Toss the berries in orange juice for sweetness, then bake until hot and bubbly.
  • Cherry Cobbler: This delicious Cherry Cobbler is ready for the oven with just 10 minutes of prep. You’ll love the from-scratch buttery topping baked until golden brown and the piping hot, bubbling cherries beneath.
  • Peach Cobbler: When peaches are in season, there’s no better dessert than a warm Peach Cobbler, fresh from the oven, with a scoop of ice cream. 
  • Pear Cobbler: Transform fresh pears into a luscious dessert worthy of any dinner party, brunch, or weeknight meal. It’s a great way to celebrate this juicy fruit during their short seasonal window.
  • Strawberry Cobbler: Put summer’s best strawberries to work in this delicious Strawberry Cobbler. Or do a mix of all your favorite berries! 
Two plates of blueberry cobbler with ice cream.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cobbler?

A traditional cobbler is a dessert using fresh fruit with a biscuit-like dough that is dropped by the spoonful onto the fruit and baked. When it was invented, it’s likely that it looked like a bumpy cobblestone road, earning the name “cobbler.”

Can I use frozen blueberries in this cobbler recipe?

Yes! Just thaw frozen blueberries overnight in the refrigerator and proceed as directed.

Can I substitute other fruits in this cobbler recipe?

Absolutely! Substitute 3 cups of blueberries or raspberries (or a mix of different berries) and proceed with the recipe as directed. Or, use 3 cups pitted cherries or 4 cups (3 pounds) fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced. You can also make a Strawberry Cobbler with 2 pounds of hulled strawberries (omit the orange juice).

Do I have to use a scoop?

You definitely don’t need an official ice-cream scoop to drop cobbler topping. The scoop I use holds 1 tablespoon, so feel free to substitute your nearest measuring spoon. I just love the easy-release and portion-size simplicity of the scoop (you can find them on Amazon for about $16).

How much is a pinch?

A pinch is considered ⅛ teaspoon. When this recipe calls for a pinch of salt, you can use ⅛ teaspoon salt (table salt, not kosher salt).

What is the difference between baking powder and baking soda?

Both chemical leaveners are responsible for producing tiny air bubbles that allow baked goods to rise. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate. Baking powder is baking soda + cornstarch + cream of tartar.

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Two plates of blueberry cobbler with ice cream.

Blueberry Cobbler

It only takes 10 minutes to prep this easy Blueberry Cobbler recipe and pop it in the oven. Start with plenty of fresh blueberries, add a delicious from-scratch topping, and bake until golden brown.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings (1 cup each)
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Calories 333
5 from 8 votes

Ingredients 

For the filling:

For the topping:

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a medium bowl, add blueberries, orange juice, and sugar, and stir to combine, then pour into a 9-inch square or round baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a medium bowl, cream butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Working in batches, add ⅓ of the flour mixture at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Drop rounded tablespoons of batter over the blueberry mixture (I like to use the OXO small scoop, a #70 portion scoop, heaped).
  • Bake until the topping is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly, about 35 to 40 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving. Serve with ice cream if desired.

Notes

  1. Blueberries: Any combination of blueberries, blackberries, or cherries taste delicious in this cobbler. If you substitute strawberries, leave out the orange juice.
  2. Butter: To soften butter in the microwave, cut each stick of butter in half, unwrap, and place on a microwave-safe plate. Then cook the butter at 10% power for 1 minute. Gently press on the butter with your finger, and if it still feels too firm, cook for another 40 seconds at 10% power.
  3. Vanilla ice cream: Store-bought or homemade; either is a treat. Whipped cream would also be delicious.
  4. Yield: This recipe makes about 6 cups of cobbler, enough for 6 (1-cup) servings.
  5. Storage: Leftover cobbler is safe covered at room temperature the same day you bake it. Beyond that, store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 more days. Reheat if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cupCalories: 333kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 158mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 580IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
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  1. I used a tbsp of lemon juice with water instead of OJ. It was a very tasty cobbler. Well worth making and surprisingly light and airy.5 stars