Homemade Blackberry Cobbler
Sweet, tart, and irresistibly comforting — a classic recipe everyone will fall in love with!
It’s the kind of dessert that never goes out of style — a true comfort dish that brings everyone back for seconds.
The tartness of fresh blackberries pairs perfectly with a soft, buttery biscuit topping, creating a dessert that’s both
nostalgic and utterly irresistible. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this cobbler is pure homemade goodness.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare Blackberries: Wash the fresh blackberries and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Mix Blackberries with Sugar: In a bowl, toss blackberries with 1/2 cup of sugar until coated evenly. Set aside.
- Make Cobbler Dough: In another bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until crumbly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk milk, vanilla, and lemon zest together.
- Form Dough: Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir gently until a soft dough forms.
- Assemble: Spread the sugared blackberries in the prepared dish. Drop spoonfuls of dough on top, covering the berries as much as possible.
- Bake: Sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
- Serve: Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Pro Tips:
- Use very cold butter for the flakiest topping.
- Don’t overmix the dough — a few lumps make for tender biscuits!
- Try mixing blackberries with a few raspberries or blueberries for a flavor twist.
- If using frozen berries, don’t thaw them before baking — just add 5 minutes to the baking time.
Serving Suggestion: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of fresh cream. It’s pure comfort in every bite.
