Save to Pinterest This Spring Lemon Blueberry Cobbler brings together juicy blueberries, a burst of citrus, and a buttery biscuit topping for pure dessert joy. It is just the thing to celebrate sunny days and fresh fruit season, whether you are hosting brunch or craving something cozy after dinner.
Making this reminds me of early spring weekends when the market is full of berries and my kitchen smells like sunshine. I first baked it on a whim and now it is what I crave as soon as lemon zest fills the air.
Ingredients
- Blueberries: fresh or frozen bring juicy sweetness and bake down to bubbly perfection toss any older berries in for extra flavor
- Lemon zest and juice: bring brightness and a fragrant zing always use fresh lemons for the best punch
- Granulated sugar: highlights the fruit and helps create that jammy texture go with organic sugar if possible for pure flavor
- All-purpose flour: forms a tender biscuit topping choose unbleached for better texture
- Baking powder: provides rise and fluffiness for the biscuit top check the date for optimal lift every time
- Salt: fine sea salt balances sweetness and sharpens the flavors use a light touch
- Unsalted butter: creates that melt-in-your-mouth crumb in the biscuit use good quality European style if you can
- Milk: brings the dough together and softens the biscuit any whole dairy or plant milk works
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly butter a deep pie dish or an eight-inch baking dish to keep sticking at bay and encourage even browning.
- Mix the Blueberry Filling:
- In a large bowl toss the blueberries with lemon zest and juice sugar and a pinch of flour. This coats each berry in sweet-tart flavor and creates just enough syrup while baking. Pour this mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Prepare the Biscuit Topping:
- In another bowl whisk flour baking powder and salt with a fork. Cut chilled butter into pieces and work it into the flour using fingertips or a pastry cutter until you get coarse pea-sized crumbs. Pour in cold milk and gently stir just until the dough clumps together. Overmixing makes biscuit tops tough so stop as soon as you see no dry streaks.
- Assemble the Cobbler:
- Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the blueberries leaving some gaps for juices to bubble through. Aim for eight to ten mounds to get that perfect cobbler look. Sprinkle a little sugar over the top for crunch and sparkle.
- Bake to Golden Perfection:
- Bake in the center of the oven for 35 to 45 minutes. The berries should be bubbling thickly and the biscuits should be deep golden brown. If your dish is shallow slide a baking tray underneath to catch drips. Let cool for at least fifteen minutes so the juices thicken and the flavors meld.
- Serve and Savor:
- Spoon warm cobbler into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The contrast of hot fruit and cold cream is truly irresistible.
Save to Pinterest Personally the contrast of bright lemon zest with sweet blueberries is what does it for me. My kids pick out the biggest blueberry bites while I hunt for crispy biscuit edges every single time we bake it together.
Storage Tips
Cover leftover cobbler tightly and refrigerate up to three days. To reheat place individual servings in a 325 degree oven for about ten minutes or microwave them until just warmed. I find the flavors deepen by day two making breakfast leftovers a hidden treat.
Ingredient Substitutions
Swap in any berries you have raspberries blackberries or even chopped strawberries work well. If dairy free use a good vegan butter and plant based milk. Meyer lemons add extra sweetness if you find them. Take advantage of whatever fresh fruit is at its peak.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with vanilla or honey ice cream coconut whipped cream or thick Greek yogurt for brunch. I also love it with a dollop of mascarpone or a drizzle of heavy cream. Warm from the oven or at room temperature this is a hit for any meal.
Save to Pinterest This cobbler is the kind of treat that brings everyone to the table with smiles. Enjoy the blend of sweet berries and bright citrus any time you want a fruit-filled dessert celebration.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can frozen blueberries be used?
Yes, frozen blueberries can be used. No need to thaw, but increase baking time slightly if extra liquid is released.
- → How do I enhance the lemon flavor?
Add both lemon zest and juice for extra citrus punch. A pinch of lemon extract can also amplify the brightness.
- → What type of crust works best?
A classic biscuit or drop-dough topping achieves the cobbler’s signature texture—tender and golden brown.
- → Can this cobbler be made ahead?
Yes, you can prepare in advance and reheat before serving. The texture is best right after baking but still delicious later.
- → Is this dessert suitable for vegans?
It can be made vegan by substituting dairy ingredients with plant-based options and using vegan butter.