Description
Juicy blueberries combine with tender apple chunks under a golden, buttery cake topping. This easy dessert is a comforting cross between a cobbler and a crisp, perfect for fall, family dinners, or weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients:
3 cups peeled and chopped apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1 box yellow or white cake mix (15 oz)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Fruit Layer: Spread apples evenly in the dish, then scatter blueberries on top. Sprinkle cinnamon and vanilla extract over the fruit.
Cake Layer: Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the fruit. Do not stir.
Top with Butter: Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until the topping is golden and the fruit is bubbly.
Cool & Serve: Cool slightly before serving. Top with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Notes
- Use firm apples that hold their shape during baking.
- Frozen blueberries can be used directly from the freezer; add 5 extra minutes to baking time.
- For extra flavor, add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the top before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 2–3 days; reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American / Fall