Old Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler

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Sweet, juicy, and perfect for summer! This easy to make Old Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler is guaranteed to be your new go-to summertime bake. Every bite is layered with sweet early-season blackberries, bright and zesty lemon, and a hint of vanilla. But the goodness doesn’t stop there! The topping is a deliciously flakey, buttery, and oh-so sweet biscuit that absorbs some of the juice from the blackberries to create a dessert that is simply irresistible. Be sure to serve this cobbler warm with a scoop of ice cream on top! It’s truly the perfect easy-to-make dessert to enjoy with your friends and family this spring/summer. YUM!

About The Recipe

It might be a teensy bit early for a blackberry-centric recipe, but we couldn’t wait any longer! One of mine and my mom’s favorite berries is blackberries. We look forward to them every summer!

Since we have been getting the sweetest and juiciest blackberries really early this year, we just knew we had to make something with them!

Enter this blackberry cobbler.

Whenever we have fresh fruit, one of our favorite desserts to make (and eat!) is cobbler. I mean, it’s such a simple dessert that really allows the fruit to shine.

So, when we had all these fresh, sweet blackberries on hand, we knew exactly what to make.

The best part about this recipe is how EASY it really is!

All there is to it is mixing up the biscuit topping and then mixing the fruit with a handful of other ingredients, placing it all together in the pan, and baking! It’s so flavorful and pretty that you would think it takes so much more effort than it does.

It’s the perfect dessert for spring/summer holidays or whenever you have blackberries on hand and want to make something delicious!

What’s The Difference Between a Crisp, a Crumble, and a Cobbler?

While all of these desserts are very similar, there are some differences! When it comes to crisps and crumbles they are both baked fruit with a crunchy topping. The difference is that a crisp has oats in the topping while a crumble does not.

Then, there’s cobbler! Yet another delicious baked fruit dessert, but totally in a league of its own. Instead of a crunchy topping comprised of butter, brown sugar, oats, etc., it typically has a biscuit-like topping or pie crust! For this recipe, we chose to make a shortcake-like topping (essentially a sweet biscuit) to better compliment the flavor of the blackberries.

Reasons You Will Love This Blackberry Cobbler

• Made with only a handful of ingredients.
• Fresh or frozen blackberries can be used!
• An easy recipe to make vegan and/or gluten-free.
• The perfect spring/summer dessert.
• A real crowd pleaser!
• Sweet without being too sweet.

Equipment Needed

• Mixing Bowls
• 9-Inch Casserole
• Course Cheese Grater

Ingredients

Full ingredient amounts and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

For The Filling:

• Blackberries – are our fruit of choice for this cobbler.
• Granulated Sugar – adds the perfect amount of sweetness.
• Lemon Zest – really helps brighten this cobbler!
• Corn Starch – thickens the filling.

For The Topping:

• Heavy Cream – has a higher fat content than milk which makes for a rich and delicious biscuit!
• Egg White – creates a more “cake-like” structure in the biscuit.
• Vanilla Extract – adds a subtle flavor to the topping.
• All-Purpose Flour – has the perfect amount of protein to give this biscuit the perfect structure and texture.
• Baking Powder – creates rise and gives the topping an airy and delicious texture.
• Granulated Sugar – adds sweetness and helps promote browning.
• Salted Butter – adds flavor and creates flaky layers that make this topping irresistible!

How To Make Blackberry Cobbler

Step 1: Prepare filling

In a large bowl, mix together blackberries, sugar, zest, and cornstarch.

Pour into prepared pan. Set aside.

Step 2: Make topping

In a small bowl, whisk together cream, egg white, and vanilla. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar.

Grate butter over the top of flour mixture. Gently toss together with a rubber spatula.

Add wet ingredients. Mix gently, just until combined.

Step 3: Top filling and bake

Drop by spoonfuls on top of blackberry mixture. Bake for 35 minutes, or until fruit is bubbly and topping is golden brown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What To Serve With This Blackberry Cobbler

One of my favorite things about this cobbler is that it pairs with so many different things! Here are a few of our favorites to share alongside this delicious cobbler.

• Vanilla Ice Cream
• Lavender Ice Cream
• Chantilly Cream
• Chocolate Sauce

How To Store

You can easily keep this in the fridge. Just cover with plastic wrap or foil, and it should keep about 4-7 days.

Substitutions

• You can use frozen blackberries for this recipe.
• To make this cobbler vegan, use a vegan heavy whipping cream, your favorite vegan egg substitute (we like aquafaba) and your favorite plant-based butter.
• To make this recipe gluten-free, use your favorite 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
• You can use a different berry or even a mix of berries for this recipe!

Looking for more recipes like this? Here are a few you may like: Blackberry Lavender Cupcakes, Old Fashioned Bourbon Peach Cobbler, Blackberry Turnovers, Mixed Berry Crisp, Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Expert Tips

• When making the filling, be careful to not smash/mush the blackberries!
• Do not over mix the dough for the topping! It’s best to use a rubber spatula to fold/mix the cream into the dry ingredients.
• Baking times may very depending on how your oven bakes. Keep an eye on it!
• If you’re unsure if the cobbler is done, you can use an instant read thermometer. Place the thermometer in the thickest part of the topping and, if it reads around 200 degrees Fahrenheit, the cobbler is done.
• Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving. The longer it cools, the less juicy it will be when you cut into it.

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