Immerse yourself in the essence of summer with our Homemade Blackberry Cobbler, a dessert that captures the juicy, tart sweetness of blackberries beneath a golden, buttery crust. This cobbler is a celebration of simplicity and flavor, showcasing the seasonal bounty of fresh blackberries in every bite. Whether you’re concluding a family dinner, entertaining guests on a warm evening, or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this blackberry cobbler promises to transport you to a place of pure culinary bliss. Easy to assemble and irresistibly delicious, it serves as a beautiful reminder of summer’s fleeting joys, making every moment (and bite) one to savor.
Why You’ll Love Homemade Blackberry Cobbler:
- Seasonal Delight: Takes full advantage of fresh, ripe blackberries at their peak.
- Simple Elegance: A straightforward recipe that delivers on both taste and presentation.
- Versatile: Perfect served warm or cold, with ice cream or whipped cream for added decadence.
- Crowd-Pleaser: A universally loved dessert that’s sure to garner compliments from all who taste it.
Ingredients Notes For Homemade Blackberry Cobbler:
- Blackberries: Fresh, ripe blackberries are ideal, but frozen can also be used if fresh isn’t available.
- Sugar: To sweeten the blackberries and the biscuit topping. Adjust according to the tartness of your berries.
- Lemon Juice: A splash enhances the blackberries’ natural flavors and adds a lovely brightness.
- Flour: Used both to thicken the berry mixture and in the biscuit topping for a light, fluffy texture.
- Baking Powder: Gives the cobbler topping its rise, making it tender and golden.
- Butter: Cold, unsalted butter cut into the flour creates a rich, crumbly topping.
- Milk: Adds moisture to the biscuit dough, creating a soft and tender crust.
Recipe Steps:
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Mix the Berries: Toss blackberries with sugar, a bit of flour, and lemon juice. Spread the mixture into the prepared dish.
- Make the Topping: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then stir in milk just until the dough comes together.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the blackberry mixture, covering as much of the surface as possible.
- Bake: Place the cobbler in the oven and bake until the topping is golden brown and the berry filling is bubbling, about 35-45 minutes.
- Serve Warm: Let it cool slightly, then serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Storage Options:
- Refrigerate: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Freeze: You can freeze the cobbler for longer storage. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven until warm throughout.
Baking Homemade Blackberry Cobbler from Scratch
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 4 cups fresh blackberries (frozen can also be used, just thaw and drain them first)
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on the sweetness of the berries)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
For the Cobbler Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup boiling water
Instructions
Prepare the Filling:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Blackberries: In a large mixing bowl, combine the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Gently toss until the blackberries are evenly coated. Adjust the sugar according to the sweetness of the berries.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the blackberry mixture into a greased 8-inch square baking dish or a similar-sized round dish. Set aside.
Make the Cobbler Topping:
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in Butter: Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Boiling Water: Gradually stir in the boiling water to the flour mixture until just combined. The dough will be quite thick.
Assemble and Bake:
- Spoon Topping Over Filling: Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping over the blackberry filling. It doesn’t need to cover the filling completely; some berries peeking through are perfectly fine.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool Slightly: Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving. This allows the filling to thicken up a bit.
Serving:
- Serve Warm: Serve the blackberry cobbler warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
