Homemade Blackberry Cobbler
A delicious dessert that highlights the bright, sweet flavors of fresh blackberries with a soft, cake-like crust.
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 cups fresh blackberries Choose ripe and sweet blackberries for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest Adds a lovely citrus flavor.
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Remaining sugar for batter.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine blackberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and orange zest. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and pour the blackberry mixture on top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. You can also substitute blackberries with other berries like blueberries, raspberries, or cherries.