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Southern Blueberry Cobbler

Southern Blueberry Cobbler: A Sweet Summer Classic Delight

Enjoy the delightful taste of Southern Blueberry Cobbler, a cozy and easy summer dessert featuring sweet blueberries and buttery cake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 12 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, divided Substitute with margarine for a dairy-free version.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar, divided Adjust based on the sweetness of the berries.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blends can be used as a substitute.
  • 2.5 teaspoons Baking Powder Make sure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 0.75 teaspoons Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be used.
  • 1.5 cups Milk Almond milk is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances depth of flavor.
For the Filling
  • 3 cups Blueberries Fresh or thawed frozen berries work perfectly.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest Lemon juice can be used, but reduce the quantity.
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar For sprinkling on top before baking.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Southern Blueberry Cobbler
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt the remaining ½ cup of butter over medium heat until golden brown.
  3. Gently toss blueberries with ¼ cup of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of lemon zest. Let sit.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
  5. Pour the prepared batter into the baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Spoon the blueberry mixture evenly over the batter without stirring.
  7. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar on top. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let the cobbler cool for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a deliciously comforting dessert experience.

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