Sweet blueberries baked until bubbly with a simple crust. This easy to make from scratch homemade blueberry cobbler recipe is simply begging for a dollop of ice cream to top it off!
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Blueberry Cobbler
Here in Fresno we’re hitting the dog days of summer with warm evening and hot, hot days!
The end of summer also means it’s time to enjoy those late summer fruits like blueberries! And boy do I have a treat for you today with this old-fashioned family recipe for Homemade Blueberry Cobbler.
This is my Cousin Sadie’s recipe and was passed on to her from her Great Grandma Darnell. I am so proud to share it with you today!
Homemade Blueberry Cobbler from Scratch
Ingredient list for cobbler recipe
- blueberries
- sugar
- flour
- butter
- baking powder
- salt
- milk
Since it’s summertime I’m pretty sure you can’t live any longer without giving this a try.
Easy Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
Wouldn’t you agree that family recipes are precious? It was so great to share the gumdrop cookies recipe last week and I had a reader write in and suggest that I frame the handwritten recipe and I thought that sounded like such a great idea.
I’m honored that cousin Sadie wanted to share this on the blog too. I’ve made this several times and it’s knock-your-socks-off good!
Do you store cobbler in the fridge?
Yes, this should be refrigerated. Because it contains eggs, this will keep well in the refrigerator. Be sure to cover it.
How long does cobbler last?
Technically it should last 4-5 days refrigerated. In our home…. luckily to last three! It just gets eaten and enjoyed that quickly!
What is the difference between pie, a crisp and cobbler?
A cobbler is a deep-dish baked fruit dessert with a biscuit or pie dough topping – blueberries, blackberries, peaches – use your favorite!
A crisp is similar in that it is also baked fruit with a layer topping – toppings for a crips often include oats or nuts and is streusel-like using flour, sugar and butter.
A pie uses two layers of rolled out pie dough.
Can I substitute other fruit?
Yes, you can substitute your favorite fruit! Peach, blackberry, even strawberries or nectarines.
I have to say though if you decide you want to make peach cobbler, swing by and check out this recipe – the bourbon maple glaze? It’s too die for!
Can I substitute frozen blueberries?
What…. you only have frozen fruit? Guess what… that works also! Just be sure to thaw the blueberries first and lightly drain them. Just be sure to use at least four cups of fruit to make this recipe.
Easy Blueberry Cobbler
How do you make blueberry cobbler with fresh blueberries?
- Preheat the oven.
- Grease and flour the baking pan.
- Combine blueberries, sugar and flour. Mix well, set aside.
- Cream together butter and sugar.
- Sift together remaining flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix in the milk and blend together. Spread on the bottom of the 8×8 inch pan.
- Pour the berry mixture on top of the dough.
- Top with boiling water.
- Bake until hot and bubbly.
Top off this cobbler with some ice-cream and life just doesn’t get any better than this![/caption]
Here’s one more thing. This recipe is very versatile! Don’t have blueberries? Use blackberries, or cherries. Fresh or frozen (thawed) peaches will work too!
More family dessert recipes!
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Homemade Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
Great Grandma Darnell’s Blueberry Cobbler
Ingredients
- 4 cups blueberries washed
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Grease and flour an 8×8 inch pan.
- Combine the blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon flour. Mix well, set aside.
- Cream together 1/4 cup butter and 1/2 cup sugar.
- Sift together 1 cup flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the creamed butter and sugar. Add the milk and blend together. Spread in the bottom of the 8×8 inch pan.
- Pour the berry mixture on top of the dough.
- Over all, pour 1 cup boiling water.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 35-40 minutes.
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
I love old hand written recipes like this! So special and always tasty!
Bowl Me Over says
I know, doesn’t it make it more special? Thanks so much Angie!!
Lois says
This is a great Blog and this recipe looks so good! I follow it regularly
Bowl Me Over says
Thank you so much Lois – I so appreciate all of your support!
Liza says
Wow! This recipe sounds so good! And I am so sad to have missed the Facebook live (it was night here in Europe!), but that Blueberry Parfait looked so good, too! I don’t know which one to try first! Maybe I’ll just make them both! Too good! 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks so much Liza! I know you’d love that parfait – it’s definitely channeling your blog – beautiful healthy sweet! 😀 Enjoy your holiday away!!!
Claire says
Yummy, this recipe is amazing!!!
Bowl Me Over says
Hey Claire, thanks so much!!!
Michelle Turner says
Love the Blueberry Cobbler and especially love the hand written recipe. And yes with Vanilla ice cream.
Bowl Me Over says
I know me too, right?!! The handwritten recipes are just the best! I have another one from Dan’s Grandma coming out tomorrow and I am very excited about that one! 😀
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
Love that you included the images of the recipe cards. I love all the recipes I have written out on cards like that, even more so if it’s been passed down. Great recipe!
Bowl Me Over says
Me too Erin – those cards just warm your heart and evoke great family memories! Thank you so much!!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
What a treasure that you have your grandma’s original recipe cards. I so wish I had some of my grandmas recipes, but no such luck. This blueberry cobbler looks amazing!!
Bowl Me Over says
So special – thank you Renee – I hope you give this recipe a try!!!
April says
I love mementos like that hand-written recipe card you have. What special memories. And old-fashioned desserts like this are always so good!
Bowl Me Over says
It’s like it makes the recipe that much better, all the love!
Nancy | The Bitter Side of Sweet says
Recipes passed down are the best to have!
Bowl Me Over says
I absolutely agree Nancy!