Best Ever Blueberry Cobbler

1. Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. Mix blueberries, orange juice, and 3 tablespoons sugar in an 8-inch square baking dish.

3. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl.

4. Cream butter and 1/2 cup sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture, stirring just until ingredients are combined.

5. Drop spoonfuls of batter over the blueberry mixture, covering as much filling as possible.

6. Bake in the preheated oven until topping is golden brown and filling bubbles, 35 to 40 minutes.

7. Serve and enjoy!

Sweeten up your summertime with this blueberry cobbler recipe, in which a fruity filling is perfectly complemented by an irresistible cake-like topping.

Blueberry Cobbler Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this old-fashioned blueberry cobbler recipe at home: 

• Blueberries: This top-rated blueberry cobbler recipe starts with three cups of fresh blueberries. 
• Orange juice: Orange juice lends bright, fruity flavor. For the best results, use freshly squeezed juice.
• Sugar: You’ll need white sugar for the blueberry filling and for the topping. 
• Flour: Use all-purpose flour for the cobbler topping. 
• Baking powder: Baking powder acts as a leavening agent. 
• Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the overall flavor, but it won’t make the cobbler taste salty. 
• Butter: A stick of butter makes the topping rich and decadent. 
• Egg: An egg lends moisture and helps hold everything together. 
• Vanilla: A dash of vanilla extract takes the flavor up a notch. 

How to Make Blueberry Cobbler

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe above — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade blueberry cobbler: 

1. Mix the blueberries, sugar, and juice in a baking dish. 
2. Mix the dry ingredients in one bowl and cream the butter and sugar in another. 
3. Stir the flour mixture into the butter mixture. 
4. Drop the batter over the berry mixture. 
5. Bake in the preheated oven until the topping is golden brown. 

How to Serve Blueberry Cobbler

This traditional blueberry cobbler is perfect when it’s served as-is. However, it’s never a bad idea to finish each portion off with a dollop of homemade whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 

How to Store Blueberry Cobbler

If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. 

Can You Freeze ​​Blueberry Cobbler?

Yes, you can freeze blueberry cobbler for about a month. If you plan to freeze it, it’s best to bake it in a foil pan. Allow the baked cobbler to cool, then wrap the whole thing in a layer of storage wrap and a layer of aluminum foil before freezing. 

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“So delicious,” raves one Allrecipes community member. “And EASY!!! Just added a little more of everything to make a bigger cobbler. Loved the top crust. Like a great big sugar cookie!!!”

“This is the easiest recipe for a blueberry cobbler that I have ever made,” according to another community member. “It's delicious. I added a ¼ cup of water to the orange juice because we like a little more juice.”

“So easy to make and it is always a hit,” says Rose. “I serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and top with some whipped cream. Delicious!!! There is never any left!”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams