Ingredients
For the Batter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
For the Fruit Topping
- 1½ cups blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Grease a 9-inch baking dish, either square or round. Melt the unsalted butter either in the oven as it preheats or in the microwave, then pour the melted butter into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using, until you have a smooth batter.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Pour the batter gently over the melted butter in the baking dish; do not stir. Evenly sprinkle the blueberries over the batter. If desired, sprinkle additional sugar over the blueberries to create a slight crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cobbler is golden brown on top and cooked through. The edges should be bubbling and the batter set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving. It tastes wonderful warm, especially when served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, use coarse sugar when sprinkling on the blueberries.
- Lemon zest adds a subtle bright note but can be omitted if unavailable.
- You can substitute fresh blueberries with frozen blueberries; just do not thaw before using.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
