Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Blueberries
In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, zest, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly and the berries release their juices. Set aside.
2. Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and milk until smooth. Stir in the melted butter and a splash of vanilla extract if desired.
3. Assemble the Sonker
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a deep 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the batter into the dish first, then spoon the blueberry mixture evenly on top. Don’t stir—it’s part of the magic that the batter rises up around the fruit as it bakes.
4. Bake
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.
5. Make the Dip (Optional)
While the sonker bakes, simmer milk, sugar, and vanilla in a small saucepan until slightly thickened. Drizzle the warm sauce over each serving.
Serving Suggestions
A blueberry sonker is best served warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of the dip. It’s a dessert made for sharing at family gatherings, church suppers, or summer picnics.
Final Thoughts
Blueberry sonker is more than just a recipe—it’s a tradition that bridges past and present, carrying Appalachian flavors into modern kitchens. Rustic, homey, and bursting with flavor, it’s proof that sometimes the simplest desserts are the most memorable.
