Blackberry Cobbler

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There’s something about a blackberry cobbler that just feels like home. This classic dessert, with its deep purple hues and golden-brown crust, is the epitome of comfort food. Imagine the burst of tartness from the blackberries as they meld perfectly with the sweetness of the sugar, all encased in a buttery, flaky topping that’s baked to perfection.

The beauty of a blackberry cobbler lies in its simplicity and the way it brings out the best in its few key ingredients. It’s a dish that doesn’t need to be overly complicated to stand out on the dinner table. Whether you’re using berries picked from your backyard or sourced from your local farmer’s market, the freshness of the fruit is the star of the show.

As the cobbler bakes, the aroma that fills the kitchen is irresistible, a prelude to the joy that’s about to dance on your taste buds. And when it’s finally time to dig in, that first spoonful—with the warm, juicy berries and the soft yet crisp crust—makes for an unforgettable experience. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got a match made in dessert heaven.

From preparing the berries to mixing the crust and watching it turn the perfect shade of golden brown in the oven, making a blackberry cobbler is as much about the process as it is about the delicious end result.

So next time you’re in the mood for something sweet, comforting, and bursting with flavor, remember the humble blackberry cobbler. It’s a dessert that never goes out of style and one that will leave you and your guests craving just one more bite.

Blackberry Cobbler

A blackberry cobbler is a traditional dessert featuring a layer of sweet, tart blackberries topped with a crumbly biscuit or cake-like crust. It's baked until the berries are bubbly and the topping is golden brown, often served warm with a scoop of ice cream.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  

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• 1 1/4 cups + 2 tablespoons sugar separated
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 stick butter melted
• 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries rinsed and patted dry
• Vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Combine 1 cup of sugar with the flour in a large bowl.
• Stir in the milk, then the melted butter. Mix until well-combined.
• Pour onto the bottom of a greased 9 x 9 inch baking dish.
• Distribute the berries throughout the top. They’ll sink in further as they bake.
• Sprinkle ¼ cup sugar over the top, reserving 2 tablespoons for later.
• Bake for 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons sugar on top.
• Bake for 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
• Serve immediately, (with ice cream of course)!

Notes

Note: If using frozen berries, be sure to add them when they’re frozen. If you let them thaw, they’ll be mushy, and the consistency will be off.

Keyword cobbler

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