Try this easy-to-make simple blueberry cobbler! It cooks in about 30-40 minutes and is delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Spoon-Over Crust
This cobbler is simple to make because there is no pie dough to roll. Instead, the topping is created like cake batter and spooned over the blueberries. When adding the topping, be sure to spread it thinner in the center to ensure it cooks evenly with the outer edges.
Use Fresh or Frozen Blueberries
For this recipe, it’s best to use fresh or frozen blueberries. Start by washing and draining the blueberries, then place them in a baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add sugar and flavorings to enhance the taste.
When using a glass baking dish for frozen blueberries, be sure to set it on a thin, room-temperature baking sheet before placing it in the oven. This step is crucial because it prevents the glass from experiencing thermal shock, which can occur when a cold dish is placed directly on a hot oven rack, leading to a potential break. The baking sheet serves as an insulator between the extreme heat of the oven rack and the dish.
Topping for Simple Blueberry Cobbler
Most of the ingredients for this cobbler are in the topping. Although made like a cake, the topping will be thicker and stickier than a cake batter. Spoon it over the blueberries, spreading it with the back of the spoon. It doesn’t have to be perfect because it will spread out while it bakes and cover the berries.
Baking the Simple Blueberry Cobbler
This cobbler cooks for about 30 minutes or until lightly browned. The spooned-over topping will be more cakelike and softer than pie pastry.
Serving the Simple Blueberry Cobbler
Serve it warm, and if desired, place a scoop of vanilla ice cream on each serving. Enjoy!
Other Blueberry Recipes You Might Enjoy
If you like this recipe, try these. Click on each name to link to the recipe.
- Blueberry Sauce
- Blueberry Crisp
- Blueberry Galette
- No-Bake Blueberry Dessert
- Blueberry Cookie Pudding
- Blueberry Ice Cream
- Buttermilk Blueberry Muffins
- Blueberry Cream Pie
Simple Blueberry Cobbler
Equipment
- 8×8-inch baking dish
- aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
Blueberries
- 3 cups fresh blueberries
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Topping
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup salted butter, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- cooking spray
Instructions
Blueberries
- Spray the baking dish with cooking spray.
- Then add the blueberries, sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice. Stir and set aside.
Topping
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just blended.
- Add the flour mixture a little at a time until all the flour is added. Beat until just combined.
- Spoon the topping dough over the blueberries.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until lightly browned. Check the middle of the cobbler for any uncooked crust by sticking a spoon into it. If there is any uncooked crust, place a sheet of aluminum foil over the pie and return it to the oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until the middle is cooked. The aluminum foil will help prevent the crust from over-browning.