Blackberry cobbler

Blackberry Cobbler with a Cake-Like Topping

This blackberry cobbler combines berries with a simple batter and melted butter. The batter and fruit are layered in the dish without stirring, then baked until the topping is golden and the fruit is bubbling. Serve it warm, with vanilla ice cream if you like.

For this recipe, use 2 cups of blackberries and a 9×9-inch baking dish. The quantities and method below match the printable recipe card at the end of this page.

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar for the batter
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
• ¼ cup granulated sugar for sprinkling over the berries

The total sugar is 1¼ cups: 1 cup goes into the batter, and the remaining ¼ cup is sprinkled over the fruit. Lemon juice and vanilla are not part of this version.

How to Make Blackberry Cobbler

1. Prepare the oven and dish. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the melted butter into a 9×9-inch baking dish.
2. Mix the dry ingredients. Whisk together the flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. Add the milk. Stir in the milk until just combined to form a smooth batter.
4. Layer the batter. Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter. Do not stir the layers together.
5. Add the berries. Scatter the 2 cups of blackberries over the batter. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of sugar over the berries.
6. Bake. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling. Check the appearance of the cobbler as well as the time.
7. Rest and serve. Let the cobbler rest for 10–15 minutes so the juices can thicken slightly. Serve warm.

Tips for This Version

• Keep the butter, batter, and fruit in layers; do not stir them together in the baking dish.
• Use the stated 9×9-inch dish. Changing the dish size changes the depth of the batter and can affect baking time.
• Fresh or frozen blackberries are listed in the recipe. Use the golden topping and bubbling fruit as the doneness cues.
• The card lists 10 minutes of preparation and 45 minutes of cooking. The instructions allow 45–50 minutes of baking, followed by the resting time.

Serving Ideas

Serve a warm portion on its own or with vanilla ice cream. Let the cobbler rest before scooping so the fruit juices have time to thicken.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many blackberries should I use?

Use 2 cups for this recipe. The ingredient list, instructions, and printable card all use the same quantity.

Which baking dish should I use?

Use a 9×9-inch baking dish. A 9×13-inch dish is not the size specified for these quantities.

Do I need lemon juice or vanilla?

No. Neither ingredient is included in this version. Follow the listed ingredients rather than combining instructions from another cobbler recipe.

Should I stir after adding the fruit?

No. Pour the batter over the butter, scatter the berries over the batter, and leave those layers undisturbed before baking.

Printable Blackberry Cobbler Recipe

Blackberry Cobbler

A classic, easy Southern blackberry cobbler with a buttery, cake-like topping and sweet, juicy berries. Perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Prep: 10 minutes minutes Cook: 45 minutes minutes Total: 55 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

  

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Main Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups blackberries fresh or frozen
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

 

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the melted butter into a 9x9-inch baking dish.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Stir in the milk until just combined to form a smooth batter.
• Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Do not stir.
• Scatter the blackberries evenly over the batter. Sprinkle the remaining 0.25 cup of sugar over the top of the berries.
• Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For best results, let the cobbler rest for 10-15 minutes after baking so the juices can thicken slightly before serving.