Old Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler

5 from 1 vote

When it comes to comforting desserts, nothing beats an Old Fashioned Blueberry Cobbler. This delicious recipe brings together fresh blueberries, a sweet biscuit topping, and a touch of nostalgia. As a family we make this cobbler every summer when fresh blueberries are ripe for the picking. It has quickly become a cherished family tradition.

Prep Time15

Cook Time35

Total Time50

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Southern

Servings:

Calories: 491kcal

Author: Jami Powell

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

Storage Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze Place it in an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Reheat Reheat individual servings in the microwave or the whole dish in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warm.

Substitutions

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.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

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