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    Skillet Blueberry Cobbler with Smoked Sugar

    June 12, 2020 by Chenée Lewis

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    skillet blueberry cobbler recipe

    I love summer! It's barbecue season, blueberry season, and ice cream season -- three big reasons that you NEED to make this cobbler! This smoky, sweet skillet blueberry cobbler with whiskey smoked sugar and a tender, crunchy biscuit topping is all you need to feel like summertime! It starts with a rich, spiced blueberry filling that is cooked up right in the skillet. Then we'll top our blueberry filling with a tender biscuit topping and the added touch of whiskey barrel smoked sugar. This cobbler will make you the star of your next barbecue!

    Ingredients

    This cast iron blueberry cobbler comes together so easily right in the skillet, and is topped with an easy buttermilk biscuit topping and the amazing flavor of smoked raw sugar. It's very easy to put together! Here's what you'll need:

    • unsalted butter - to keep your blueberry filling from sticking to the skillet, and to add buttery richness to your biscuit topping.
    • blueberries, of course! They are the star of this skillet blueberry cobbler. They can be fresh or frozen.
    • granulated sugar - to sweeten up your filling. If you're using in-season blueberries that are very sweet, feel free to decrease the amount of sugar a bit.
    • smoked sugar - for that smoky flavor. I used this one from Savory Spice Shop, but any smoked sugar will achieve that flavor. Or you can swap in regular raw sugar for a nice crunch in this cast iron blueberry cobbler!
    • lemon juice cuts the sweetness of the filling and brightens the blueberry flavor.
    • water - helps create the consistency of the filling.
    • vanilla extract - adds another dimension of flavor. Be sure to use a high-quality pure vanilla extract. Or better yet, check out my post on how to make vanilla extract at home with just 2 ingredients!
    • cinnamon - is it me, or is cinnamon so perfect in berry desserts? It works so well in this skillet blueberry cobbler!
    • flour - thickens up your blueberry filling and makes up the bulk of your biscuit topping. Be sure weigh your flour using a kitchen scale for the best results!
    • brown sugar - gives the biscuit topping a caramely sweetness.
    • buttermilk - its acid and liquid content is perfect for your biscuit topping.
    • salt - to bring out all these flavors in this skillet blueberry cobbler!

    Equipment

    You'll need a 10.5-inch cast-iron skillet for thisI've used a cast-iron skillet before in my baking, to make my pineapple upside-down cake and my black olive parmesan focaccia. I love baking with a cast-iron skillet because, in addition to beautiful presentation, a well-seasoned skillet cooks everything so evenly and gives your dishes a nice crunchy caramelization. It's absolutely a go-to tool in my kitchen! This is the skillet that I use.

    Tips and F.A.Q.

    Why smoked sugar in this cast iron skillet blueberry cobbler?

    Recently, my friend Nicole sent me a set of amazing spices from Savory Spice, and I couldn't wait to try them out. As soon as I saw their Whiskey Barrel Smoked Sugar I knew it would be great as a finishing sugar on a cobbler or cake. It's got a rich, almost savory smoky flavor and it's a raw sugar so it brings that crunch that a good finishing sugar always has!

    The Whiskey Barrel Smoked Sugar that I used for this recipe is available on Amazon, or you can always use another variety of smoked sugar, or in a pinch swap it out for turbinado sugar. Even without the layer of smokiness, turbinado sugar will give your biscuit topping a nice crunch!

    Can I use frozen blueberries?

    Yes! Either! This recipe is so versatile. You can use your fresh, in-season blueberries, or you can grab some frozen, always-in-season blueberries, like I did. Frozen fruit is SO convenient and eliminates the worry that your fruit isn't ripe or has gone bad. I used a few cups of organic frozen blueberries and tossed them in, still frozen. It's that easy!

    The only adjustment you'll have to make if you use frozen berries is to reduce the amount of liquid in your blueberry filling, reducing your lemon juice from two tablespoons to one and reducing your water from three tablespoons to two.

    What if I don't have a cast-iron skillet?

    If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can definitely make this blueberry cobbler recipe in a 9x9 baking pan. Just simmer the filling ingredients in a saucepan until thickened, then add it to the baking pan to bake!

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    skillet blueberry cobbler

    Skillet Blueberry Cobbler with Smoked Sugar

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    An easy, old-fashioned cast-iron blueberry cobbler recipe with whiskey smoked sugar and a homestyle biscuit crust. Best way to highlight fresh OR frozen blueberries!
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine :American
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 379kcal
    Recipe Source: Chenée Lewis

    Equipment you may need

    • 10-inch cast-iron skillet
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • food scale
    • mixing bowls
    • whisk
    • rubber spatula
    • pastry blender

    Ingredients

    Blueberry Filling

    • ¼ cup unsalted butter
    • 3 cups blueberries - fresh or frozen -- see note*
    • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon smoked sugar - see note**
    • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • 3 tablespoon water
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Biscuit Topping

    • 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour - 192g
    • 3 tablespoon light brown sugar - packed
    • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • ⅔ cup buttermilk
    • ¼ cup smoked sugar - for topping (turbinado sugar will work as a substitute)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°F.
    • Melt butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
    • Add blueberries, flour, cinnamon, and salt to the skillet and stir.
    • Add sugars, lemon juice, water, and vanilla. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3 minutes.

    Biscuit Topping

    • In a bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
    • Add chilled butter and work it into the dry ingredients with your hands or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Add in heavy cream and mix until combined.
    • Place by rounded spoonfuls on top of the blueberry filling, and sprinkle smoked sugar on top.
    • Bake 35-40 minutes or until the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown. Serve warm, with vanilla ice cream, if desired.

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    Notes

    Frozen blueberries: Feel free to use frozen blueberries -- no need to thaw! If you use frozen blueberries, reduce lemon juice to 1 tablespoon and water to 2 tbsp. 
    Smoked sugar: I used Whiskey Barrel Smoked Sugar from Savory Spice Shop, but feel free to use any smoked sugar you like, or substitute turbinado sugar.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 379 kcal | Carbohydrates: 53 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 18 g | Saturated Fat: 11 g | Cholesterol: 47 mg | Sodium: 295 mg | Potassium: 211 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 30 g | Calcium: 78 mg | Iron: 2 mg
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    Last Updated on December 5, 2021 by Chenée Lewis

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    1. Denise Teel

      February 13, 2022 at 4:40 pm

      I am anxious to try this, but if I cook this in my cast iron skillet in a pellet smoker. I don’t need to use the smoked sugar correct?

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        February 13, 2022 at 9:47 pm

        Yes, and in that case you can substitute raw sugar, or just granulated sugar! Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Denise

      February 13, 2022 at 4:39 pm

      I am anxious to try this, but if I cook this in my cast iron skillet in a pellet smoker. I don’t need to use the smoked sugar correct?

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        March 15, 2022 at 12:09 am

        Right! In that case I'd replace the smoked sugar with regular coarse or raw sugar!

        Reply
    3. Kelly

      August 03, 2021 at 9:10 pm

      This looks delicious! Can I make it in a bigger cast iron?

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        August 10, 2021 at 12:07 pm

        Thanks! Yes you can! It would most likely just cook a bit faster so keep an eye on it halfway through the cook time.

        Reply
    4. Christy Hoover

      June 24, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      I love a cast iron cobbler! I I cannot wait to try it with the smoked sugar.

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 26, 2020 at 12:08 am

        Me too!! Hope you like this one 🙂

        Reply
    5. Mila

      June 22, 2020 at 4:48 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this is a one pan deal! That's always a win in my book!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 22, 2020 at 9:56 pm

        Oh yeah, one pan is the way to go!

        Reply
    6. Katrina Adams

      June 22, 2020 at 10:02 am

      5 stars
      I can’t wait to try this recipe!! I am picking fruit today from a u pick farm!!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 22, 2020 at 9:56 pm

        Oh wow freshly picked blueberries would make this cobbler next level! I hope you enjoy!!

        Reply
    7. Armelle Dee

      June 22, 2020 at 6:49 am

      5 stars
      Cobbler are perfect for the season and great for large gartering. Your recipe is aazing

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 22, 2020 at 9:55 pm

        Thank you! I love cobblers too 🙂

        Reply
    8. Erika | Black Girls Who Brunch

      June 22, 2020 at 4:40 am

      5 stars
      Beautiful dish and beautiful photos! I want to try this smoked sugar for sure!

      Reply
      • Chenée Today

        June 22, 2020 at 6:11 am

        Thanks so much! Yeah I was so happy to get that smoked sugar as a gift! It's amazing.

        Reply
    9. Jazz

      June 22, 2020 at 4:09 am

      5 stars
      The smoked sugar takes this cobbler over the top in the best way.

      Reply
      • Chenée Today

        June 22, 2020 at 6:11 am

        Thank you! That's my favorite part too!

        Reply
    10. Adri

      June 22, 2020 at 4:04 am

      5 stars
      I totally agree with you about baking on cast iron. It’s soo awesome! This dish is gorgeous and I can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Chenée Today

        June 22, 2020 at 6:11 am

        I hope you enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    11. Marta

      June 19, 2020 at 5:33 pm

      5 stars
      Girl. You DID not just get me hooked on smoked sugar?!?! Yes, you did! This dessert is straight up perfection.

      Reply
      • Chenée Today

        June 22, 2020 at 6:12 am

        Thank you!! I'm hooked too!!

        Reply
    12. Chef Mireille

      June 19, 2020 at 5:05 pm

      5 stars
      I love the amazing flavors that coming from making in cast iron and cobbler is one of my all time face desserts. Definitely will bake it in my cast iron pan next time I make it and ooh - smoked sugar!

      Reply
      • Chenée Today

        June 22, 2020 at 6:13 am

        The cast iron just makes it all caramelize so nicely! I hope you enjoy this recipe! 🙂

        Reply

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