You catch the smell through the steam vent and suddenly you are starving. It's that sweet berry and buttery cookie vibe that sneaks up on you when you're least expecting it. You turn your head and the kitchen starts feeling like a cozy café with warm baked goods ready to enjoy.

You feel sorta pumped knowing this treat is made kinda quick with your pressure cooker. It’s not your usual bake that takes forever, nope this one lets pressure build while locking in flavors real good. You remember that sweet blueberry filling bubbling inside the granola crumble and the rich dough underneath.
You notice how the sealing ring hums softly and the valve hiss signals the perfect time to slow release the steam. Then those cookies come out warm, a bit soft at first but soon set into a chewy, crunchy bite that makes you wanna grab a glass of milk or coffee and relax hard. It’s the kinda comfort you need after a long day.
The Real Reasons You Will Love This Method
- You get that quick pressure build that cooks dough evenly without drying out the cookies.
- The natural release keeps the cookies moist and chewy with just a slight crunch from granola.
- You don’t have to babysit the oven or get worried about burning edges.
- The sealing ring traps in all those blueberry pie scents, making your kitchen smell incredible.
- Using a pressure cooker saves you counter space and keeps things simple in your city condo setup.
- This method keeps the cookie centers soft so every bite is full of that gooey blueberry surprise.
Everything You Need Lined Up
- 1 ¾ cups (210 grams) all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon table salt or 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ¾ cup (160 grams) dark brown sugar, firmly packed
- 16 tablespoons (8 ounces/ 226 grams) butter, salted or unsalted (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 4 cups granola
- One 21 ounce can (2 ⅓ cups) blueberry pie filling
You gotta make sure your butter’s soft so it creams up nice with that dark brown sugar. The granola you pick really sets the texture on these cookies so go with something chunky and packed with oats or nuts. And of course, that blueberry pie filling is gonna be the highlight, adding that perfect sweet tangy pop.

The Exact Process From Start to Finish
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper so nothing sticks and cleanup’s a breeze.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This gets the dry stuff nice and even.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and dark brown sugar until you see it’s light and fluffy. That’s where the cookies get that soft texture.
- Add the two eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture. Beat it all up until it’s just combined, don’t overdo it or your cookies can get tough.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients to the wet ones. Mix gently till just combined, then fold in your granola so it’s evenly spread.
- Grab rounded tablespoons of dough and place on your prepared sheets, leaving about 2 inches between ’em. Granola chunks might make it messy so don’t crowd them.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges turn a nice golden brown. They might seem soft at first but cool ’em on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to set fully.
While these bake in your oven, you can get your pressure cooker ready for the finishing step later. The key is when you bring these cookies back to the cooker it’s real important to get a natural release after pressure build to keep ’em moist. The sealing ring and valve hiss work together to keep it all perfect.
Quick Tricks That Save Your Time
- Use room temp butter for faster creaming and a smoother dough.
- Measure your flour by spooning it into the cup, don’t scoop directly to avoid heavy cookies.
- Chill the dough just a little before baking so cookies spread less and hold shape better.
- Lay your baking sheets on the counter while mixing to keep oven space free and speed up prep.
Your First Taste After the Wait
You bite into the cookie and it’s like a perfect little explosion of chewy and crunchy. That granola adds a texture you just don’t get in regular cookies, kinda nutty and hearty.
The blueberry pie filling is warm and gooey, not too sweet but just enough tang to balance the sugar in the dough. You kinda feel like you’re eating a mini pie with every bite.
The edges got that golden crunch that snaps slightly, but the middle stays soft and melts almost like buttery pillow in your mouth. You notice the vanilla and almond extract weave in subtle hints that make it feel special.

You remember why you took all the time to make them. It’s the kind of taste that makes you wanna come back for another quick batch real soon, no regrets.
Smart Storage That Actually Works
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They keep soft and chewy this way for up to 3 days.
- If you wanna keep ’em longer, freeze them in zip bags separated by parchment paper. This stops sticking and keeps their shape.
- Defrost frozen cookies by leaving them on the counter for 30 minutes or throwing ’em in the microwave super quick for a soft bite.
- You can also layer cookies between sheets of parchment paper in containers to keep that granola crunch intact and stop ’em from breaking.
Storing them right helps bring back that fresh-baked flavor whenever you crave it. Plus, it saves you from making a whole new batch every time.
What People Always Ask Me
- Can I use quick oats instead of granola? You can but granola gives you that crunch and mix of nuts/flavors that oats don’t. Oats alone make softer, less textured cookies.
- Why is natural release better than quick release here? Natural release lets the cookies finish cooking gently and keeps them moist. Quick release can dry them out.
- Can I swap blueberry pie filling for another fruit? Definitely. Cherry or apple pie filling works well if you want a different flavor but blueberry’s just special.
- Do I need to grease the baking sheets? Nope, parchment paper does the job perfectly and makes cleanup easier.
- Will cookies rise much in the pressure cooker? They rise a bit but mostly the mixing and baking in the oven set their shape and texture.
- Can I make dough in advance and freeze it? Yes! Just thaw it in the fridge overnight before baking and they taste just as good.
For related recipes, check out our Classic Crockpot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa for a hearty main dish, or try the Mozzarella Stuffed Rosemary Parmesan Soft Pretzels as a flavorful snack. Also, our Easy Marinated Cheese Appetizer with Salami & Green Olives makes a tasty and simple party appetizer.

Blueberry Pie Cookies With Granola
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups All purpose flour 210 grams
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Table salt or 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ¾ cup Dark brown sugar firmly packed; 160 grams
- 16 tablespoons Butter salted or unsalted; room temperature
- 2 Eggs large
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 4 cups Granola
- 21 ounces Blueberry pie filling 1 can; approx. 2 ⅓ cups
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Beat until just combined.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients to the wet. Mix gently, then fold in granola.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are golden-brown.
- Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Finish in pressure cooker for a soft, chewy center using natural release.




