Description
This Sweet Blackberry Cobbler is a delightful dessert that combines fresh or thawed blackberries with a tender biscuit topping baked to golden perfection. The juicy berry filling is thickened with cornstarch and spiced with a touch of vanilla and lemon juice, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Ideal for serving warm, this comforting cobbler pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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Berry Filling
- 4 cups fresh blackberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Biscuit Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the cobbler.
- Prepare berry filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to coat the berries evenly, then let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the cornstarch to start thickening the juices.
- Make biscuit topping base: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add liquids to topping: Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, stirring just until combined. The dough will be somewhat sticky but should hold together.
- Assemble cobbler: Pour the prepared berry mixture into a greased 9-inch baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the berries, spreading it out as evenly as possible to cover most of the filling.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the berry filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving to let the filling set slightly.
- Serve with toppings: Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- You can use frozen blackberries if fresh ones are not available; just make sure to thaw them completely and drain any excess juice if desired.
- For a richer biscuit topping, substitute buttermilk for regular milk.
- The cobbler is best served warm but can be refrigerated and gently reheated later.
- To make a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking.
- Adjust sugar amount based on the sweetness of your berries and personal preference.
