Blueberry Cobbler with Cake Mix
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My Blueberry Cobbler with Cake Mix is one of the easiest ways to enjoy a delicious fruity dessert. Juicy berries bubble into a sweet, jam layer, the cake mix turns golden and crisp on top, and the whole thing feels like a warm summer evening in dessert form.
I love to make easy summer desserts, here are a few other favorites: my Popsicle Cupcakes, my Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches and my Brownies with Raspberry Sauce. They are favorites on a hot summer day.
Why this Blueberry Cobbler with Cake Mix Recipe is a Keeper
It’s the kind of recipe you can throw together after a day at the pool, bring to a backyard cookout, or bake just because the berries looked too good to pass up. With only a handful of ingredients and almost no prep, you get a cozy, old‑fashioned cobbler that tastes like summer without any of the fuss.
- Flavor: Bursting with summer flavor thanks to juicy blueberries that bake into a bright, jammy filling.
- Easy: No-fuss prep means it’s in the oven in minutes, even on busy summer days. Golden, buttery topping that tastes like a classic cobbler without the extra steps.
- Crowd-pleasing comfort: It feels nostalgic but still light and sunny. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings, from backyard cookouts to last‑minute get‑togethers.
- Serve: Delicious warm or cold, serve with an Orange Creamsicle Milkshake, a Summer Berry Trifle, ice cream or whipped cream.
Do I Need to Stir the Cake Mix into the Blueberries?
No. Sprinkle the dry mix evenly over the berries, then drizzle the butter on top. This gives you that golden, crisp‑on‑top cobbler texture.
What Reader’s Are Saying…
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“I needed a dessert and quick! This was PERFECT, especially topped with ice cream!”
~ Phoebe
Ingredient for Cake Mix Cobbler Recipe
Make this delicious and easy cobbler recipe takes only a few minutes and a few ingredients.
This is an overview of key ingredients. Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries or use frozen blueberries both work well. Frozen berries do not need to be thawed for this cobbler. Or to make it even easier, use blueberry pie filling.
- Yellow Cake Mix: The vanilla cake mix creates the buttery topping that forms during the blueberry dump cake recipe baking.
- Butter: Melted butter or sliced butter helps the cake mix bake into a golden crust on the cobbler.
Variations to Make Blueberry Cobbler with Cake Mix
You can change up this blueberry cobbler made with cake mix by switching up some of the ingredients. Use different dry cake mix toppings.
➡️ Use Different Fresh Fruit: Swap fresh blueberries for blackberries, raspberries, or mixed fresh berries. You can use fresh or frozen blueberries.
➡️Add Lemon Flavor: Stir lemon zest into the blueberry mixture for a lemon blueberry cobbler.
➡️Cake Mix Crumbles: Creates a lighter flavored topping with white cake mix or try a tangy lemon cake mix for the cake mix cobbler recipe.
➡️Add Cinnamon: Sprinkle cinnamon over the cake mix before baking the blueberry cobbler.
Kitchen Tools To Make the Blueberry Cake Mix Cobbler Easier
This easy and delicious cobbler uses only a few easy tools that you have at home. You just need measuring cups and spoons along with a mixing bowl for this easy cake mix dessert.
- 9X13 Pan: Make this homemade blueberry dessert in this pan.
How to Make 3 Ingredient Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
This easy dessert recipe uses a boxed cake mix and canned blueberry pie filling along with butter. It is a delicious and easy summer dessert. Perfect for blueberry season.
These are just highlights. Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Prep: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 13×9 dish with nonstick spray.
- Assemble Fresh Blueberries and Add the Cake Mix: Next, place pie filling or fresh berry sugar mixture in bottom of pan in an even layer. Then evenly sprinkle on cake mix over the top. Top with butter
- Bake: Bake about 30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Serve warm or cold with whipped cream or ice cream as a cobbler topping.
Prep Ahead and Short Cut Tips for Blueberry Cobbler Dump Cake
This delicious dessert comes together so quickly but there are a few ways to make this blueberry recipe even easier.
➡️Assemble Early: Layer ingredients in the baking dish and refrigerate until ready to bake.
➡️ Use Canned Blueberry Pie Filling: No prep required and it works just as well.
➡️ Measure Ingredients in Advance: Makes assembling the dessert even faster.
Alternate Cooking Methods for this 3-Ingredient Blueberry Dessert
There are several ways you can make this cake mix blueberry cobbler. This easy recipe is so adaptable.
- Slow Cooker: Assemble ingredients and cook the blueberry cobbler on low until topping sets and fruit bubbles.
- Individual Portions: Bake in ramekins for single-serving easy blueberry cobbler recipe.
Should I spread the cake mix evenly over the blueberry filling?
Yes. A thin, even layer helps the butter soak in and prevents dry patches for the homemade blueberry cobbler.
Can I Use Fresh Berries or Frozen Blueberries for this Dump Cake Recipe?
Of course, using fresh, mix 4 cups fresh blueberries with a ½ cup granulated sugar, add two tablespoons of cornstarch, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1/4 cup of water. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, water, lemon juice until smooth. Then add berries. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring often, until the mixture becomes glossy, thick, and the berries start to burst or use your favorite brand of pie filling.
How to Store this Easy Dessert and Use Leftover Blueberry Cobbler
- Storing: Store leftover blueberry cobbler covered or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave or oven until heated through.
- Using Leftover Cobbler: Layer warmed cobbler with vanilla yogurt, whipped cream, or Greek yogurt for an easy breakfast‑dessert moment. Spread leftover blueberry cobbler between two slices of bread, dip in egg mixture, and cook like French toast. It tastes like a diner special.
Expert Tips for Making Blueberry Dump Cake
There are a few tips to make this easy blueberry cobbler with cake mix even better. Here are a few things to consider.
➡️Even Cake Mix Layer: Spread cake mix mixture evenly to prevent uneven baking.
➡️ Butter Coverage: Make sure butter reaches most of the cake mix surface.
➡️ Let It Rest: Allow cobbler to cool slightly so the filling thickens.
➡️ Serve Warm: This dump cake is an easy dessert. The texture and flavor are best when warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Cake Mix Blueberry Cobbler
Equipment
Ingredients
- 42 ounces Blueberry pie filling, 2 cans or 4 cups of fresh berries with 1 cup of sugar
- 1 Yellow Cake Mix
- 1 ½ sticks Butter, sliced, or shaved
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 13×9 dish with nonstick spray.
- Place pie filling or fresh berry sugar mixture in bottom of pan in an even layer.
- Evenly sprinkle on cake mix, top with butter.
- Bake about 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Christina’s Notes
- Even Layer: Spread cake mix evenly over the fruit topping.
- Butter: Make sure butter reaches most of the cake mix surface.
- Rest: Allow cobbler to cool slightly so the filling thickens.
- Serve: The texture and flavor are best when warm.
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Wow, was this ever delicious! And I love how simple the recipe is. I threw it together for unexpected guests over the weekend and served it with vanilla ice cream. What a hit! Thanks for sharing.
What a great way to use fresh blueberries. This blueberry dump cake was easy and it was so yummy!
I can’t get over how easy and delicious this was.
I needed a dessert and quick! This was PERFECT, especially topped with ice cream!
I made this recipe and it was delicious. My husband and I loved it. It is so simple to make. The only thing I added was I sprinkled some lemon juice on top of the blueberries. I used frozen blueberries and cooked it at 350 for 36 minutes. Turned out perfect. Thanks for the great recipe.
The lemon juice was a great touch!