Farm Fresh Blueberry Cobbler: NWFLiving

There’s something special about a recipe that brings people together. For many families across Northwest Florida, blueberry cobbler is one of those desserts. Simple ingredients, fresh local berries, and the comfort of a warm dish right out of the oven. It’s the kind of treat that truly feels like home.

In the first episode of NWFLiving, Shannon Sikes shares how she makes her favorite blueberry cobbler using blueberries grown here in Northwest Florida from Blue Acres Berries and topped with ice cream from Southern Craft Creamery. Using their ingredients adds a freshness and depth of flavor that feels true to Northwest Florida.

NWFLiving is a new video series from Farm Credit of Northwest Florida that highlights the people, food, and everyday joys that make rural life meaningful. 

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Ready to try the cobbler yourself? We’ve included the full recipe below along with a printable recipe card.

Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 stick of butter
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups blueberry pie filling (recipe below)

Cook Time

50 to 60 minutes

Servings

6 to 8

How to Cook

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Place 1 stick of butter in a square baking dish while the oven preheats to allow the butter to melt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, sugar, and milk until smooth.
4. Once the butter is melted, remove the dish from the oven and pour the batter on top. Do not stir.
5. Spoon the blueberry pie filling over the batter.
6. Bake for 50 minutes. If the center has not fully set, continue baking in 5-minute increments until the top is golden and the center is firm.
7. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping.

Homemade Blueberry Pie Filling

Ingredients

• 2 pints fresh blueberries
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon grated lemon rind
• Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Cook Time

50 to 60 minutes

Servings

6 to 8

How to Cook

1. Combine 1 cup of blueberries with sugar in a pan.
2. Simmer on low heat until the sugar melts and the mixture becomes very liquid, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently.
3. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, water, and lemon juice.
4. Add the mixture to the pan.
5. Cook over medium heat until it reaches a full boil and thickens.
6. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and let it cool until warm.
7. Fold in the remaining blueberries, lemon rind, and butter. Add cinnamon if desired.
8. Let it cool before adding to the cobbler. Use any extra for oatmeal, pancakes, or ice cream topping.

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