Blueberry Dessert Recipe
Description: This delightful Blueberry Dessert recipe is a treasure straight from the pages of the Taste of Home Country Cooking Book. It’s a versatile treat that can accommodate various fruits like peaches, strawberries, or any other fruit you have on hand. Whether served alone or with a scoop of ice cream, it’s bound to please everyone at the table.
Recipe Details:
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Berries, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars based on 25 reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 335.8
- Fat Content: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 2.9mg
- Sodium Content: 236.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 67.6g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 46.7g
- Protein Content: 3.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Blueberries |
| 1/2 | Cinnamon |
| 1/2 | Sugar |
| 3/4 | Margarine |
| 3 | Flour |
| 1 | Baking powder |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/4 | Milk |
| 1/2 | Sugar |
| 1/2 | Cornstarch |
| 1 | Boiling water |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Pan: Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
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Prepare Berries: Spread the blueberries evenly in the greased pan.
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Add Flavor: Drizzle the berries with the juice and sprinkle them with cinnamon for an extra burst of flavor.
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Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and margarine until smooth.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the creamed mixture. Mix well.
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Add Milk: Pour in the milk and stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
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Spread Batter: Spread the batter evenly over the blueberries in the pan.
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Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and cornstarch.
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Sprinkle Topping: Sprinkle the sugar and cornstarch mixture evenly over the batter.
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Add Water: Carefully pour the boiling water over the entire dish.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling.
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Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
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Enjoy: Serve warm as is or with a scoop of your favorite ice cream for an extra treat.
Recipe Note: This recipe can also be halved and baked in a loaf pan for smaller portions.
Bon Appétit! 🍽️
