This easy blueberry cobbler recipe is a warm, buttery Southern dessert with a crisp edge, soft center, and sweet summer berries — perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
During the summer months, you can’t beat a rustic dessert that takes advantage of fresh fruit. This easy blueberry cobbler is made from scratch, comes together quickly, and is a lovely way to showcase your sweet, juicy berries!
This Blueberry Cobbler Recipe is an Easy Summertime Treat
The kids and I picked a bunch of fresh blueberries at our friends’ farm last week, and I instantly came home to make this old-fashioned dessert. The skillet blueberry cobbler is a perfect weeknight option when you want something special to enjoy after dinner, but you don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen. The ingredients are simple, there’s no cutting biscuits or rolling dough necessary, and you don’t need any fancy equipment. Just stir together the batter and pour it into a hot cast iron skillet. You’ll have a made-from-scratch treat that’s ready for the oven in about 10 minutes.
Unlike some fruit cobblers that include a thick biscuit dough topping, this recipe uses a thinner batter. The cake puffs up around the berries, giving the top its namesake “cobbled” texture. Use a hot cast iron skillet (if you’ve got one) to achieve the perfect combination of crispy edges, a soft center, and a golden brown top. The recipe is a slight twist on our favorite blackberry cobbler from Morning Glory Farm, and I know it will soon become one of your favorites, too!
Absolutely delicious!
– Heather
Ingredient Notes and Tips for Success
- Fresh berries are always our preference for the best blueberry cobbler (in other words, make this dessert in the summer months)! Frozen blueberries will work in a pinch, but you’ll need to thaw them first and then make sure that they’re really dry before adding them to the batter. Frozen berries can release excess water that makes the dish soggy.
- You do not need to cook the blueberries before using them in this easy cobbler, so there’s really not much preparation necessary. Just wash the berries well, pat them dry, and drop them into the batter.
- The acid in the buttermilk gives the cobbler a tender crumb, a subtle tang, and reacts with the baking powder to give the cake topping some extra “lift.”
- If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can make a substitute using whole milk and vinegar or lemon juice. To do so, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a measuring cup, then fill with whole milk to reach 1 cup. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes, give it a stir, and use in the recipe.
- Don’t forget to have some vanilla ice cream on hand for serving with the warm cobbler. It’s an absolute must! I like to add a sprinkle of nut free granola for a little extra crunch, too.
How to Make Blueberry Cobbler
This easy blueberry cobbler recipe comes together in just 10 minutes! You’ll find detailed directions in the recipe card below, but here’s the overview:
- Melt the butter in a 10-inch cast iron skillet or in a 2-quart baking dish. This takes about 3-4 minutes in a 350°F oven, but keep a close eye on it. You don’t want the butter to burn.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the batter.
- Pour the batter into the skillet or dish with the melted butter (do not stir). Sprinkle the blueberries and some extra sugar on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top and edges are golden brown and the center is firm.
- There’s no better way to enjoy a fresh blueberry cobbler than when it’s served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top! If you must, you can substitute with freshly-whipped cream, but it’s not quite the same.
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Easy Blueberry Cobbler
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar (plus an additional 1 tablespoon for topping)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole buttermilk, well shaken
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
- For serving: vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the butter in a 9-inch or 10-inch cast iron skillet (or use a 2-quart baking dish). Transfer the pan to the oven until the butter melts. This typically takes about 3-4 minutes, but keep a close eye on it so that the butter doesn’t burn or scorch.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, salt, and baking powder. Add the buttermilk and vanilla extract; stir just until combined.
- Once the butter melts, carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Pour the batter into the skillet on top of the melted butter. Sprinkle the blueberries and about 1 tablespoon of sugar on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and firm.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Nutrition
Preparation and Storage Tips
- If you’d like, you can make the cobbler ahead of time and reheat it just before serving. The cobbler will stay fresh when covered at room temperature for up to 12 hours. If you’d like to keep the cobbler fresh longer, you can store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Wrapped tightly, the leftover cobbler will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- How to Reheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cover loosely with foil and bake until warm (about 10-15 minutes). You can also microwave individual servings of cobbler for 20-30 seconds, or just until warm. If the cobbler is frozen, you’ll need to reheat it even longer (about 20-30 minutes).
Recipe Variations
- If you’re looking for a biscuit-topped cobbler with a saucy fruit filling, try this blueberry peach cobbler.
- Use any berries that you like, or a combination of berries to total about 1 ½ cups. Blackberries, raspberries, or diced strawberries are all delicious additions to the cobbler.
- For a warm, cozy addition to the batter, add spices like cinnamon and/or nutmeg.
- Toss a little bit of grated lemon zest with the blueberries for a bright citrus flavor.
- To serve a larger crowd, double all of the ingredients and bake the cobbler in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. You’ll need to extend the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
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Originally published in July, 2021, this recipe was updated in June, 2025.
I’ve looked at a few of your lovely dessert recipes. They often have what seems, to me a large quantity of sugar, such as this one, with 1and 1/4 cups. Would they work just as well if the amount of sugar was reduced by about half?
Hi, Maureen! Since baking is a science, I’m always hesitant to recommend altering the ratio of ingredients. Since I haven’t tested the recipes with less sugar, I have no idea if they’ll “work” or not. That said, for this particular recipe, I think you should be able to reduce the amount of sugar without too much trouble. I’d just start gradually and if you like it with slightly less sugar, you can always try even less the next time. Hope you enjoy the dish, and let me know if you give it a try! 🙂
Hi Maureen, I agree with You about the Sugar and I always cut the Sugar and it
doesn’t change the recipe only less sweet.
I realized that with less Sugar in Cookies or Muffins, We can taste the ingredients more and
not as much the Sugar. My idea and conclusion. Take Care
I love Blair”s Recipe AND Hope to try the Apple Pie and Cobbler.
Cheers
Anne
J.L.R.
Hi, Marie Anne! I’m so glad that you’re able to tweak the recipes to make them exactly as you like them. Those are great tips!
Absolutely delicious!
Thanks, Heather!!
I purchased a frozen blueberry cobbler. What are the heating instructions for the unfrozen cobbler?
Hi, Robert! I would follow the directions on the package that you bought, since it will vary depending on the brand/type of cobbler.
I made this recipe one Sunday for my family. It was delicious and so easy! We loved the soft inside and the crusty edge. Throw it all in a cast iron skillet and bake, then add a scoop of ice cream, and you have a dessert that everyone loves!
We’re so happy to hear this, Christi! Thank you for trying it out and taking the time to leave a review.
The blueberry cobbler sounds so yummy, so am giving it a try soon. Thanks for sharing your family receipts with the rest of us.
Wonderful! That’s one of our summertime favorites. Hope you enjoy it, Gladys!