Description
This Blackberry Cobbler recipe features a luscious filling of fresh blackberries thickened with cornstarch and sweetened with sugar, topped with a buttery, tender biscuit-like crust. Baked until bubbly and golden brown, it’s a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion, combining the bright flavors of ripe blackberries with a rich, flaky topping.
Ingredients
Blackberry Filling
- 36 ounces fresh blackberries
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- ½ lemon (zested, optional)
Cobbler Topping
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cup cold butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Butter an 8×12-inch baking dish or spray it with non-stick cooking spray, then set it aside.
- Cook the blackberry filling: In a large saucepot over medium-high heat, combine the fresh blackberries and ⅔ cup granulated sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries soften and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
- Thicken the filling: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with ¼ cup water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the simmering blackberries and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until the filling thickens. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest if using. Pour the filling evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the cobbler topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a cheese grater or microplane, grate the cold butter into the flour mixture. Use forks or your hands to distribute the butter evenly. Pour in the heavy cream and stir just until the dough comes together; do not overmix.
- Assemble the cobbler: Drop spoonfuls of the topping dough over the blackberry filling, covering the surface unevenly but thoroughly.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the blackberry filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- Use fresh blackberries for best flavor, but frozen can be used if thawed and drained slightly.
- Lemon zest is optional but adds a nice brightness to the filling.
- Be careful not to overmix the topping dough to keep it tender.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
