I love hosting my friends and family, and I am a master at making desserts. I have always loved making fruit pies, but I thought of making something different this Christmas. So, while searching for dessert recipes online, I stumbled upon Paula Deen’s Blueberry Cobbler recipe.
I have made a blueberry pie before, but this was my first time trying blueberry cobbler, and I am so glad I did. Did you know that the ingredients for both desserts are similar? However, they are made using entirely different methods.
The biggest difference between a cobbler and a pie is the placement of the dough. While pies have a crust at the bottom and fruit on top, a cobbler has a layer of fruit at the bottom, covered with dough on top.
Moreover, pies have a minimum of a bottom crust with the fruit placed on top, while a cobbler has the fruit on the bottom and a dolloped dough on top instead.
Here’s another interesting fact that I would like to share with you. This dessert got its name because of its bumpy, uneven crust, which resembles cobblestones in the streets of Great Britain, where the dish was invented.
So, let us now get to my favorite part: sharing this amazing recipe with you. While this recipe uses frozen berries, you can also opt for seasonal berries to make this delicious dessert.
Equipments Required
- Baking Dish: I use a glass baking dish to bake this recipe as it shows all the colorful layers.
- Large Bowl: I use a large bowl to mix the dough.
- Small Bowls: Small bowls help me gather all my ingredients.
- Medium-Sized Bowl: A medium-sized bowl is handy for making the cinnamon mixture, which will be used as a sprinkle in this recipe.
- Wooden Spoon: I use a wooden spoon to mix all the ingredients.
- Serving Plates: I use small, fancy serving plates to complement the vibrant color of this dessert.
Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler Ingredients and Substitutions
Note: The ingredients in this recipe will yield 4 servings. However, you can increase or decrease the quantities of the ingredients as needed.
- 10 Ounces (283 Grams) of Frozen Blueberries: Seasonal fresh blackberries can also be used.
- 2 ¾ of Paula Deen Original Recipe Baking Mix: You can also use 330 grams of Bisquick as an alternative in this recipe.
- 1 Cup (192 Grams) Granulated White Sugar, divided
- 4 Tablespoons of Melted Butter
- ½ Cup of Milk: I tried this recipe using almond milk, and it tasted amazing. You can also use soy milk as an alternative.
- 2 Teaspoons of Ground Cinnamon: You can replace it with nutmeg powder.
Preparation And Cooking Time
| Preparation Time | Bake Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Minutes | 50 Minutes | 1 Hour 5 Minutes |
How To Make Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler At Home
Step 1
Wash frozen berries and place them in a bowl. Now add ½ cup of sugar to the berries.
Step 2
Then, add ½ cup of Paula Deen’s baking mix to the berry mixture and mix well.
Step 3
Transfer the mixture to your baking dish.
Step 4
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes at 160 C.
Step 5
Meanwhile, mix the remaining baking mix with the melted butter in another large bowl.
Step 6
Then add milk to the mixture and mix well.
Step 7
Next, add the ¼ th cup of sugar to the mixture and mix well to make a soft dough. Keep it aside.
Step 8
Remove the baked blueberry mixture from the oven and top it off with small bits of the prepared dough.
Step 9
On the other hand, prepare a cinnamon sprinkle by mixing it with ¼ cup of sugar in a medium-sized bowl.
Step 10
Remove the dish from the oven, then use your hands to drop small pieces of dough into the blueberry mixture, and garnish with the cinnamon sprinkle.
Step 12
Then, bake the mixture in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. When done, the golden-brown cobbler topping should have puffed, and the fruit should be bubbling.
Step 12
Enjoy Your Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler.
Expert Tips That I Recommend
- Although this recipe calls for frozen berries, I prefer using fresh ones when they are in season. The natural sweetness and tartness of the seasoned blueberries give this dessert its bright and bold flavors.
- Usually, baking recipes call for specific measurements, but in this recipe you can adjust the sweetness based on the fruit’s quality. If you are using naturally sweet berries, you can adjust the sugar accordingly.
- I love experimenting with the flavors of this dessert. Therefore, I squeeze lemon zest into the batter for brightness and add raspberries and strawberries, too.
- To make this dessert more flavorful, I also add in some vanilla.
FAQs About Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler is a healthier dessert than many sweets. However, I recommend controlling the portion size to avoid overindulgence. For your reference, I have also added the nutritional value of the ingredients used in this recipe.
One serving (1/6) of Paula Deen’s Blueberry Cobbler has the following nutrition facts:
| Calories | 352 kcal |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 11 mg |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Iron | 1mg |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 234 g |
| Sodium | 586 mg |
| Vitamin A | 480 IU |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15 g |
| Potassium | 548 mg |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Fat | 27 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Calcium | 104 mg |
This recipe is absolutely suitable for people who are following a vegetarian and keto diet.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Vegan Diet: This recipe can be made vegan-friendly by substituting the melted butter for coconut oil and milk for soy or almond milk.
- Gluten-Free Diet: This recipe can be made gluten-free by substituting Paula Deen’s baking mix with gluten-free flour or almond flour.
Storing And Reheating This Recipe
Storing
- Refrigerator: I store the leftovers of this dessert in an airtight container where they last for 4-5 days.
- Freezer: When I want this dessert to last longer, I prefer freezing the leftovers. I transfer them to an airtight container where they stay for up to 3 months.
Reheating
- Oven: When taken from the fridge, let the cobbler come to room temperature or thaw it completely when frozen. Bake at 350 degrees F in an oven-safe dish covered with tinfoil for about 20 minutes or until warmed.
- Microwave: I prefer reheating individual servings in the microwave for 10-20 seconds, depending on the slice size. You can increase the time if you reheat large quantities.
What To Serve With This Recipe
I prefer having this blueberry cobbler with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream. You can also serve it with Fruit Salads, Custard, Chocolate Fudge, or just a dollop of Whipped Cream.
Printable Version
Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
Ingredients
- 10 Ounces 283 Grams of Frozen Blueberries
- 2 ¾ of Paula Deen Original Recipe Baking Mix
- 1 Cup 192 Grams Granulated White Sugar divided
- 4 Tbsp of Melted Butter
- ½ Cups of Milk
- 2 Tsp of Ground Cinnamon
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large Bowl
- Small Bowls
- Medium-sized Bowl
- Wooden Spoon
- Serving Plates
Instructions
- Wash frozen berries and place them in a bowl. Now add ½ cup of sugar to the berries.
- Then, add ½ cup of Paula Deen’s baking mix to the berry mixture and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to your baking dish.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes at 160 C.
- Meanwhile, mix the remaining baking mix with the melted butter in another large bowl.
- Then add milk to the mixture and mix well.
- Next, add the ¼ th cup of sugar to the mixture and mix well to make a soft dough. Keep it aside.
- Remove the baked blueberry mixture from the oven and top it off with small bits of the prepared dough.
- On the other hand, prepare a cinnamon sprinkle by mixing it with ¼ cup of sugar in a medium-sized bowl.
- Remove the dish from the oven, then use your hands to drop small pieces of dough into the blueberry mixture, and garnish with the cinnamon sprinkle.
- Then, bake the mixture in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. When done, the golden-brown cobbler topping should have puffed, and the fruit should be bubbling.
- Enjoy Your Paula Deen Blueberry Cobbler.
Notes
- Although this recipe calls for frozen berries, I prefer using fresh ones when they are in season. The natural sweetness and tartness of the seasoned blueberries give this dessert its bright and bold flavors.
- Usually, baking recipes call for specific measurements, but in this recipe you can adjust the sweetness based on the fruit’s quality. If you are using naturally sweet berries, you can adjust the sugar accordingly.
- I love experimenting with the flavors of this dessert. Therefore, I squeeze lemon zest into the batter for brightness and add raspberries and strawberries, too.
- To make this dessert more flavorful, I also add in some vanilla.
Nutrition
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Conclusion
I love fruits in my desserts, and Paula Deen’s Blueberry Cobbler recipe is a perfect tribute to the berries. The berries blend so well in this cobbler recipe that you enjoy every bite of this dessert. Moreover, it uses only a handful of ingredients.
So, follow the recipe and all the little details to get a perfectly juicy crust on the inside and a crispy crust on the outside. Once you’re done baking and enjoying this dessert, don’t forget to share your experience with the recipe in the comments below. Until then, happy baking!
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