Blueberry 'Dump' Cobbler

🫐 Blueberry “Dump” Cobbler

Ingredients:

1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup sugar

1 cup milk

1 stick (½ cup) butter

Optional:

Pinch of salt

½ tsp baking powder (for a little fluff)

A splash of vanilla or cinnamon

1 tsp lemon juice or zest tossed with the berries

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place the stick of butter in your baking dish (8x8" or similar) and let it melt in the oven while it preheats.

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, milk, and any flavor boosts (vanilla, cinnamon, etc.).

Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter without stirring.

Drop the blueberries over the top — again, no stirring. Let the oven do the layering magic.

Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and bubbly.

🍦 Mock Cool Whip Greek Yogurt Cream

Ingredients:

1½ cups vanilla Greek yogurt

1–2 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

Optional: a dash of vanilla extract or citrus zest

Instructions:

Stir together until smooth and fluffy.

Chill for soft-serve style OR freeze for 2–3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes for a scoopable froyo texture.

🍽️ Serve:

Scoop up your warm cobbler and crown it with that creamy, tangy-sweet yogurt topping. A little crunch from the baked edges, a melty burst of blueberries, and that cool finish.

Makes for a chef’s kiss lighter dessert.

Story behind the dish:

There are some recipes born out of love, others out of tradition, and then there are the ones created purely out of necessity. This one falls into that last category. I came up with this quick and comforting dessert when I found myself in a tight spot. Time was limited, money was even tighter, and I had a craving that wouldn't let go. I couldn’t make a trip to the store, and I didn’t have ice cream or whipped cream on hand. But what I did have was a little creativity and just enough basics in the kitchen to make something special.

I felt like an Iron Chef in my own home, surveying my fridge and pantry like they were part of a cooking challenge.

What did I have?

A container of Greek vanilla yogurt, near the back of the fridge. A bag of powdered sugar in the cabinet. A trusty bottle of honey on the shelf. And best of all, a handful of blueberries that were just waiting to be used. That was enough to spark an idea.

I didn’t need traditional toppings. I could create something delicious from what I already had.

That’s how this dessert came together. It’s what I call a “dump” cobbler. It might not sound fancy, but the concept is incredibly simple and effective. You just combine the ingredients in the pan, pop it in the oven, and serve it up. No mixers, no fuss. Just real, honest food that warms you up from the inside out.

The core of this cobbler is made from a handful of pantry staples: one cup of fruit, one cup of flour, one cup of sugar, one cup of milk, and one stick of butter.

You melt the butter in your baking dish while the oven preheats, then mix the flour, sugar, and milk into a loose batter. Pour it over the butter without stirring.

Top with the fruit.

That’s it.

It bakes into a golden, bubbling crust that cradles the sweet, softened berries. It’s rustic and satisfying.

While it baked, I made a quick topping that mimics whipped cream.

Using the Greek vanilla yogurt, I stir in powdered sugar and a drizzle of honey until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and just sweet enough. You don’t need exact measurements for this.

Just taste and adjust.

The yogurt brings a slight tang, the honey adds richness, and the sugar gives it that classic dessert feel.

If you have time, pop it in the fridge while the cobbler bakes. The contrast between the warm fruit and cool cream is incredible.

Though I used blueberries, this recipe is incredibly flexible. You can use strawberries, peaches, cherries, blackberries, or even canned fruit if that’s what you have. A splash of lemon juice or a pinch of cinnamon can elevate the flavor, but the basic recipe stands strong on its own. That’s what makes this dessert so reliable. It adapts to what you have, not the other way around.

This recipe reminds me that good food doesn’t have to be complicated. It doesn’t have to be expensive, either. Sometimes, the best dishes come from the most unexpected situations. What started as a last-minute solution turned into something I now make by choice. It’s comforting, easy, and made with love. Whether you need a quick dessert, a way to use up fruit, or a cozy treat on a rainy day, this cobbler has your back.

Try it for yourself, and don’t be afraid to make it your own.

This is the kind of recipe that welcomes creativity.

Let your cravings guide you, use what you have, and enjoy every bite!