Easy Blackberry Cobbler Recipe (2024)

Blackberry Cobbler is a sweet and tart berry mixture with a golden topping. It is delicious topped with vanilla ice cream.

This recipe for blackberry cobbler is a keeper. It is super easy but results in a fabulous dessert. Blackberries provide the perfect balance of flavor and aren’t overly sweet.

The topping is a golden crust that is soft on the inside and baked to perfection on the outside. You can’t go wrong with this classic cobbler recipe.

What is the difference between blackberry pie and blackberry cobbler?

Blackberry pie has a top and bottom layer. The blackberry fruit filling is layered in a pie crust and the topped with another pie shell.

However, cobbler only has a topping and it is more similar to a biscuit batter texture instead of a pastry found in pies.

The filling is very similar but the topping is different in texture and taste.

Ingredients:

• Fresh Blackberries
• Granulated Sugar
• All Purpose Flour
• Baking Powder
• Salt
• Milk
• Vanilla Extract
• Butter (melted)

How to make blackberry cobbler:

• Step 1. Prepare the blackberries. In a medium mixing bowl, gently coat the blackberries with the granulated sugar and let them sit for 20 minutes.

• Step 2. Preheat the oven and prepare the baking dish. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray an 8 inch square pan with a non stick cooking spray.
• Step 3. Combine the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, milk and vanilla extract.

• Step 4. Add the butter. Then slowly mix in the melted butter. Be careful not to over mix. A few lumps are fine.

• Step 5. Spread the batter into the dish. Pour the batter into the baking dish in an even layer.Spread until it is evenly distributed in the pan.

• Step 6. Add the blackberries. Spoon the blackberry mixture on top of the batter. Do not stir the blackberries into the batter or combine the ingredients. Simply top the batter with the berries.

• Step 7. Bake until golden brown. Bake for 45-55 minutes until the dough rises to the top and is golden brown.If you notice the topping is getting too brown, cover with aluminum foil to allow it to finish baking.

• Step 8. Top with ice cream. Serve warm topped with ice cream or whipped cream. Enjoy!

What to serve with blackberry cobbler?

• Ice Cream. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each serving. It is wonderful on the warm cobbler.
• Whipped Cream. Top the bowls as you serve them with whipped cream.

It is delicious plain but one or both of these toppings really takes the cobbler to the next level.

Can you use frozen blackberries?

Frozen blackberries can be substituted in this recipe. Allow the frozen berries to thaw and drain them before using in the cobbler.

Don’t skip this step because the excess juice needs to be drained before using.

Substitution and Additions

• Berries. Try using other types of berries in this cobbler. Some delicious ideas include peach, blueberry, raspberry and strawberry.
• Combine flavors. Make a mixed berry cobbler by combining different berries for a tasty flavor combination. Blueberries and blackberries taste great together.
• Lemon juice. Add a splash of lemon juice to the blackberry mixture. It enhances the flavor of the fruit and provides the perfect balance of sweet and tartness. Fresh lemon juice is suggested if you have it.
• Thicken the mixture. You can add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to the mixture before baking if the mixture is too runny and you desire it to be thicker.
• Butter. Margarine can be used in this recipe instead of butter. However, we suggest butter and think the flavor is better.

How to store cobbler:

Refrigerate the leftovers covered tightly with plastic wrap or transfer into an airtight container. It will keep up to 3 to 4 days.

Cobbler is best enjoyed warm and can be reheated in individual servings in the microwave.

How to freeze cobbler:

We do not recommend freezing cobbler before it has been baked. The texture will change and the crust won’t rise as normal. If you need to make this in advance, you can prepare the berry mixture and freeze up to 3 months until ready to use.

Cobbler freezes best after it has been baked. Once the cobbler has baked, allow it to cool. Then cover with plastic wrap and foil.

Freeze up to 3 months to ensure the freshest taste. Keep in mind that cobbler once frozen will change in texture a bit. The crust will be slightly soggy after freezing.

When ready to enjoy, thaw the cobbler in the fridge overnight. Then warm in the oven until heated through and enjoy.

Blackberry Cobbler is very simple to prepare and always a hit with everyone. The fruit is perfectly tart with just the right amount of sweetness. The tasty mixture combines with the golden crust for a wonderful dessert.

Every bite is so decadent and the ice cream on top just brings it all together. This recipe is a keeper and one to make again and again.

Give a try and leave a comment letting us know how it turned out. It will be a crowd pleaser.

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