For many, many years, that has been one of our all-time favorite desserts in the world to prepare.
This recipe requires only a few, simple ingredients and comes together very quickly. Serving it with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream is a must.
How To Make Lazy Day Blueberry Cobbler
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The Ingredients You Will Need
The list of ingredients you’ll need to make this delicious dessert is not long and very pantry-friendly. Here’s what you’ll need to have on hand:
Butter – Unsalted is what we recommend.
Sugar – Granulated.
Self-rising flour – See NOTES for other options.
Milk – Whole is best.
Lemon juice – From 1 lemon.
Vanilla extract – Don’t skip this ingredient, it adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Blueberries – Fresh is definitely best, but, frozen will work, too.
EXPERT TIP: We use our 8″ cast-iron skillet to make this cobbler, but you could use any 8×8″, 9×9″, or even 10×10″ baking dish. Be sure to whisk the batter until smooth and silky. A few small lumps are just fine. Pour directly over the melted butter without stirring.
Tips for Perfect Lazy Day Blueberry Cobbler
Don’t Stir – Once you’ve whisked together the batter, simply pour it over the melted butter. Don’t stir! The butter is pushed to the edges and forms an amazing crust along the edge of the pan.
Use Fresh – Fresh blueberries really do make a difference. Of course, you can go with frozen, but, just remember, fresh is best! See NOTES about other fruit options.
Lest Rest – When the cobble is ready, it is molten hot. For the safety of your guests, you’ll need to let it rest for about 10 minutes. This also allows the cobbler to settle into the pan, which delivers the perfect texture.
How to Serve
This cobbler is best served nice and warm after resting for about 10 minutes out of the oven.
It’s also completely addictive once it becomes room temperature. To reheat, simply place in a microwave-safe bowl and cook on HIGH for about 30 to 60 seconds.
And we can’t express this enough: Vanilla ice cream makes the cobble even better. The melting ice cream almost forms a crystallization with the hot crust. It’s indescribable and irresistible!
Other Amazing Fruit Dessert Recipes To Try
There are so many reasons to love this blueberry cobbler. But, here are some other fruit desserts that you will absolutely love, too!
Homemade Blueberry Hand Pie (Pop Tarts)
Peach Cobbler
Cherry Pie
Peach Crisp
Lemon Meringue Pie
Best-Ever Fruit Tart
Classic Apple Pie
Key Lie Pie
Strawberry Pavlova
These fruit desserts are all just amazing. But, in the meantime, isn’t this cobbler (with ice cream) calling your name?
This cobbler is called ‘lazy day’ because it’s so easy, that you can practically make it in your sleep!
And while that is true, the end result is nothing short of spectacular. The crispy, crunchy sweet crust matched against the deeply flavorful blueberries with a touch of lemon and vanilla is just sensational.
You may need to make a double batch. The dessert promises to get gobbled up fast!
Ready to make the easiest and most delicious dessert in town? Go for it!
And when you do, be sure to take a photo of it, post it on Instagram, and tag @HowToFeedaLoon and hashtag #HowToFeedaLoon!
Lazy Day Blueberry Cobbler
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Equipment
- 8" cast-iron skillet or 8x8", 9x9", or 10x10" baking dish
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter ½stick
- 1¼ cups sugar divided
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- Juice from 1 lemon 1 to 2 tbsp
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place the butter in your cast-iron skillet (or dish) and place in the oven while it preheats.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of sugar, the flour, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Take the skillet/dish out of the oven and swirl the melted butter around to evenly coat the bottom of the pan/dish.
- Pour the batter over the melted butter (don't stir).
- Sprinkle the blueberries evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of sugar over the top.
- Bake until golden and bubbly! About 40 to 45 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Serve with ice cream and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
POST UPDATE: This recipe was originally published in June 2014, but was updated with improved tweaks to the recipe with new tips and photography and a fabulous new video in September 2023!
Kimberly Huss says
I’m on you email list. Got the email yesterday with Lazy Day Blueberry Cobbler as one of the bonus recipies. I didn’t wait one day to make it. It’s delicious! Such a simple recipie with excellent results. We love it.
Thanks for another fantastic recipie to make.
Kim
Kimberly Huss says
Now…. If I could only spell RECIPE correctly! HAHAHA 😉
Kris Longwell says
LOL!!! It’s an easy one to misspell!!! No judgement from us!!! xoxo
Kris Longwell says
Hi Kim!! Woo hoo!!! Isn’t that just the best cobbler? So easy and the taste is so wonderful! We are THRILLED you made the cobbler and had such great success! Thank you so so much for sharing and for the GREAT review! That means the world to us! Please stay in touch and stay tuned…so much more fun and food!! xo Kris & Wesley
Tammy Mangum says
Loved it & so did the family!! I’ve made it several times & it’s a hit each time!!! Easy yet delicious! Thanks for sharing!!
Kris Longwell says
Awesome! We are so so happy you and your family enjoyed the blueberry cobbler, and thank you so much for sharing and for the wonderful review. We appreciate that so much! Best, Kris & Wesley
Erika says
I enjoyed the recipe and I was able to add my own twists. I used all-purpose flour, 1 tbs of baking powder, 1 tsp vanilla extract and half lemon squeezed over the blueberries.
I would love to send you a picture.
Btw I loved the video! You two are the funniest!
Kris Longwell says
Hi Erica! That is absolutely wonderful! We are thrilled you had such great success with the cobbler and your twists sound spot on! We’d love for you to post a pic of it on our Instagram @howtofeedaloon (remember to tag us), or…you could email a pic to: info@howtofeedaloon.com. We would LOVE to see it! Thank you so much!! xoxo Kris & Wesley
Larisa says
Do you think I could use a can of apple pie filling I have left over for the fruit? Maybe reduce the amount of milk so it’s not too wet?
Kris Longwell says
Hi Larisa, that’s probably okay. It will change the texture and taste somewhat. Since the pie filling is already sweetened, we’d pull back on the sugar. I think the milk quantity is okay. Let us know how it turns out! Best, Kris & Wesley
Mary B says
What about using frozen blueberries?
krislongwell says
Sure, you could use frozen blueberries! They are so small, they’ll bake just fine. Don’t even need to adjust the cooking time. Let us know how it turns out! We love this cobbler so much!
Paula says
I did exactly how the recipe said and my crust turned out hard.
krislongwell says
So sorry to hear that, Paula!! I’ve looked at the recipe again, and it’s the one I’ve been making for years, and we’ve even had lots of folks sending in pictures of when they made it, and they looked beautiful! But, I HATE when someone follows a recipe and it’s not right. You definitely used self rising flour, right? I have had an experience where I made this once in a cabin on vacation in the mountains, and I’m pretty sure the temp on the oven was not right, and it cooked longer than it should have, and the sugar crystallized so much that it became pretty hard. Maybe that’s what happened. I will think about this some more, and let you know. I do hope you’ll visit us again, and again, so sorry it turned out hard! 🙁 Kris & Wesley.
Stephanie G says
Is whole milk required? Can you use 1% or 2%?
Thanks!
krislongwell says
Hi Stephanie! For this recipe…1% or 2% will work. I probably would stay clear of skim milk, but 1 or 2% should be just fine. Let us know how it turns out. This is one of our favorites!! Best, Kris & Wesley
Jamie says
I think it’s to much milk. My cobbler was more of a soup than anything else. Haha
krislongwell says
Hi Jamie! So sorry to hear the soup didn’t turn out right! The measurements in the recipe are correct. Are you sure you used self-rising flour, as opposed to all-purpose? If not, the batter won’t rise, and I would suspect you would get a soupy result. Maybe give it another go? All the best, Kris & Wesley.
Robyn says
Yum-eee! Sounds delish. Love your website too!
krislongwell says
Thanks Robyn!! Come on back real soon! 🙂