Old-Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler is the ultimate Southern dessert, with juicy, bubbling blueberries tucked under a golden, buttery topping. Made with simple pantry staples, this classic treat comes together effortlessly in one skillet.
If you love easy fruit desserts, try this Easy Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix for a shortcut version or these Blueberry Turnovers for a handheld treat!
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Old fashioned blueberry cobbler is a classic dessert that combines juicy blueberries with a buttery biscuit topping. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a cozy, homemade dessert that never goes out of style!
Need another fruity dessert idea? Try our Triple Berry Crisp or Lemon Ricotta Cake with Fresh Raspberries for a sweet and tangy treat.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make: Quick preparation makes it perfect for busy parents.
- Healthy Ingredients: Uses fresh blueberries, providing antioxidants and vitamins.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Ideal for family gatherings or entertaining guests.
- Versatile: Can be enjoyed warm or cold, with or without ice cream.
Old Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler Ingredients
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries are the star of this dish. When selecting blueberries, look for plump, firm berries with a deep blue color. If you love the sweet, juicy flavor of blueberries, try this Easy Blueberry Waffle Recipe for a delicious breakfast option.
- Brown Sugar: Adds a rich, caramel-like sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor profile with a warm note.
- Corn Starch: Thickens the blueberry filling perfectly.
- Kosher Salt: A pinch balances the sweetness.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a tangy brightness.
- Bisquick Baking Mix: Simplifies the biscuit topping.
- Unsalted Butter: Frozen butter ensures a flaky biscuit.
- Granulated Sugar: Adds a touch of sweetness to the topping.
- Milk: Helps bring the biscuit dough together.
- Sparkling Sugar (Optional): Adds a delightful crunch to the topping.
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions & Variations
- Blueberries: Use frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable.
- Brown Sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
- Bisquick Baking Mix: Use a homemade biscuit mix if preferred.
How to Make Old Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler
STEP 1: Prepare the Filling
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, mix 4 cups of fresh blueberries, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 teaspoon of corn starch, a pinch of kosher salt, and the juice of ½ lemon.
Coat the blueberries well and transfer the mixture to a buttered cast-iron or oven-safe skillet.
STEP 2: Prepare the Biscuit Topping
Grate ½ cup of frozen unsalted butter into 1 ½ cups of Bisquick baking mix and 2 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Blend with fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Gradually add ¼ cup of milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
STEP 3: Assemble the Cobbler
Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the blueberries in the skillet, covering as much of the filling as possible. Optionally, sprinkle 2 teaspoon of sparkling sugar over the biscuit topping.
STEP 4: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the blueberries are bubbly and the biscuit topping is golden brown. Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
Expert Tips for Success
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✔️ DO Toss berries with cornstarch if using frozen to prevent a watery cobbler.
✔️ DO Preheat the skillet to ensure even baking and a crisp topping.
❌ DO NOT Skip the butter—dotting it on top enhances the flavor and helps the crust brown.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or reheat in the microwave for individual servings.
Recipe FAQs
Blueberry pie features a traditional pie crust, either as a single bottom crust or with both a bottom and top crust, and a blueberry filling. Blueberry cobbler has a fruit filling topped with a biscuit or cake-like batter, creating a more rustic dessert.
No, cobbler dough is not the same as pie crust. Pie crust is typically a flaky pastry made with flour, butter, and water, rolled out and used to cover the filling. Cobbler dough is more similar to a biscuit or cake batter.
A runny blueberry cobbler usually results from insufficient thickening of the fruit filling. Make sure to use enough corn starch or another thickener to help set the juices. Allow the cobbler to cool before serving to give the filling time to thicken up.
Yes, frozen blueberries can be used; just thaw and drain them before using.
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Old Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler
Equipment
- Cast-iron or oven-safe skillet
- Large bowl
- Pastry cutter or grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoon corn starch
- ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt
- juice of ½ lemon
Biscuit Topping
- 1 ½ cups Bisquick baking mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter frozen, reserve 1 teaspoon to butter skillet
- 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 teaspoon sparkling sugar (decorating sugar) optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix 4 cups fresh blueberries, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 teaspoon corn starch, a pinch of kosher salt, and the juice of ½ lemon.
- Coat the blueberries well and transfer them to a buttered cast-iron or oven-safe skillet.
- Grate ½ cup frozen unsalted butter into 1 ½ cups Bisquick baking mix and 2 tablespoon granulated sugar.
- Blend with fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Gradually add ¼ cup milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the blueberries in the skillet, covering as much of the filling as possible.
- Optionally, sprinkle 2 teaspoon sparkling sugar over the biscuit topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the blueberries are bubbly and the biscuit topping is golden brown.
- Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
- Blueberries: Use frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable.
- Brown Sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
- Bisquick Baking Mix: Use a homemade biscuit mix if preferred.
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