There's just something about blueberry cobbler that feels like summer. One bite, and I'm right back in Grandma's kitchen, where homemade desserts were always on the table and nobody was counting calories. ❤️
We couldn't leave Grandma's famous blueberry cobbler recipe alone forever, though. We gave Grandma's recipe a little Sue and Amy makeover by swapping the butter and eggs for non-fat cottage cheese. I know… it might sound a little unexpected! But trust us on this one. The cottage cheese makes the cobbler incredibly moist and tender, and honestly, I think it tastes even better than the original. Plus, it cuts down on the calories without sacrificing all that homemade goodness.
This blueberry cobbler is a must-have around our house during blueberry season, but the best part is you don't have to wait for summer. Frozen blueberries work beautifully, so you can enjoy a little taste of sunshine even when there's snow on the ground.
Even better? This recipe comes together in about 10 minutes with simple pantry ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights, family get-togethers, or those moments when you're craving dessert but don't want to spend all afternoon in the kitchen.
We've become big fans of cooking with cottage cheese because it's one of those magical ingredients that works in both sweet and savory recipes. There's almost always a container in our refrigerator... and after you try this cobbler, I think you'll understand why!
Key Takeaways
- This blueberry cobbler recipe replaces butter and eggs with non-fat cottage cheese, making it lighter yet delicious.
- You can use frozen blueberries for this recipe, allowing you to enjoy it year-round without defrosting them first.
- Prepare the blueberries with sugar, lemon juice, and butter before mixing the cobbler batter using flour, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Bake the combined mixture at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, and feel free to add other fruits like blackberries or peaches.
- Check out additional dessert recipes linked in the article for more tasty options.
How to make this Blueberry cobbler recipe
Let's start with the star of the show... the blueberries! Place them in a large mixing bowl, then add the lemon juice, lemon zest, cornstarch, and sugar. Give everything a gentle toss until the blueberries are evenly coated.
Pour the blueberry mixture into a casserole dish, and just like that, you're ready to make the delicious cobbler topping.
Sue and Amy Tip: Don't skip the cornstarch! It's the little ingredient that does the big job. As the cobbler bakes, the cornstarch thickens all those sweet, juicy blueberries into a rich, luscious filling instead of a runny sauce. Trust us... it's worth it!
Now for the part that makes this blueberry cobbler extra special! Add the cottage cheese to a food processor along with the zest from half a lemon. Blend until it's nice and smooth. Don't worry... once it's blended, nobody will ever guess there's cottage cheese hiding in your cobbler! 😉
Next, add the sugar, flour, baking powder, melted butter, and vanilla. Give everything another quick blend until the batter is smooth and well combined.
See? We told you this recipe was easy! In just a few minutes, you've created a lighter cobbler topping that's soft, tender, and every bit as delicious as Grandma's original.
One of our favorite things about this blueberry cobbler recipe? Since there aren't any raw eggs in the batter, you can sneak a little taste before it goes into the oven. 😄 Just don't blame us if you find yourself going back for "one more little bite." Save enough to spread over the blueberries because it's just as delicious baked as it is straight from the food processor!
Spread the cobbler mixture evenly over the blueberry filling. Don't worry about making it perfect—the rustic look is part of the charm.
Bake in a 350°F oven for about 40 minutes, or until the topping is lightly golden and cooked through. Your kitchen is going to smell absolutely amazing!
Make It Your Own
Blueberries are our favorite, but this recipe is incredibly versatile. Try it with blackberries, strawberries, peaches, or even a combination of your favorite fruits. No matter which fruit you choose, you'll end up with an easy homemade cobbler that's perfect for summer... or any time you're craving a little taste of Grandma's kitchen with a Sue and Amy twist.
Sue and Amy Tip
No fresh blueberries? No problem! Frozen blueberries work beautifully in this recipe, so you can enjoy a taste of summer any time of the year.
There's no need to thaw them first. Just toss them into the casserole dish frozen and add an extra 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time since they're starting out much colder than fresh berries.
Keep in mind that frozen blueberries release a little more juice as they bake, so your cobbler will have an even thicker, jammy, syrupy filling. And honestly... we don't think that's a bad thing! 😋
Want Grandma's Original Recipe?
If you'd rather make this blueberry cobbler the old-fashioned way—the same way my Grandma made it for years—you can! Simply replace the cottage cheese with 2 eggs and 1 stick of melted butter. Everything else stays exactly the same.
Both versions are absolutely delicious, but around our house, the Sue and Amy twist wins every time.
Prepare the blueberries:
- 3 to 4 cups of Blueberries
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 Tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the cobbler batter:
- 1 Cup Flour
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 5 Tablespoons butter
- ¾ Cup whole Milk
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
To make Grandma's original blueberry cobbler, simply toss the blueberries with the sugar, melted butter, and lemon juice, then spread the mixture into a casserole dish.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla until everything is well combined. Dollop the batter evenly over the blueberries. Don't worry if it isn't perfect—that homemade look is exactly what Grandma's cobbler was all about!
Bake in a 350°F oven for about 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and cooked through.
Serve it warm, and if you're feeling a little indulgent, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Grandma would definitely approve. ❤️
Enjoy!!!
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A Twist on Grandma's Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
A Few Things We Use
Ingredients
Blueberry Mixture
- 3 Cups Blueberries Fresh or Frozen
- ¼ Cup Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
- ½ Lemon Juice and Zest
Cobbler Mixture
- 1 Cup Cottage Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 Cup Flour
- ½ Cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 Tablespoons Butter Melted
Instructions
Blueberry mixture
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Zest the lemon
- Juice the lemon
- Mix together the Blueberries, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Place the blueberry mixture in an 8 X 8 casserole dish
Cobler mixture
- Put the cottage cheese in a food processor.
- Blending should only take a couple of minutes
- Add the vanilla, salt, flour, sugar baking powder, and butter to the food processor with the cottage cheese. Blend together until all ingredients are mixed.
- Spread the cobbler mixture over the berries.
- Bake in a 350-degree oven for 40 minutes or until the cobbler is done. Use a toothpick to test if the dough is done.
- Enjoy!!!!
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