Blackberry Cobbler

This blackberry cobbler is a classic old-fashioned dessert made with a juicy blackberry filling and crisp, buttery, golden crust. Serve this easy sweet treat with ice cream!

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Easy Blackberry Cobbler Recipe

You’re going to love this blackberry cobbler recipe, not only because it’s bursting with flavor but because it comes together in a jiff. The blackberry filling is sweet and juicy and the cobbler dough rises to a beautiful golden crust.

Give me all the seasonal fruit desserts! This Peach cobbler is a summertime favorite as well as this peach dump cake recipe and for fall, I’ll make an apple cobbler. 

Ingredient Notes

• Fresh blackberries: Use plump juicy berries. They should smell sweet. You can use fresh or frozen but do not used thawed frozen blackberries.
• Granulated sugar: The sugar will help to break down the berries and extract the juices so that it forms a syrup. You’ll also need some sugar for the blackberry cobbler dough. 
• Almond extract: You can also use vanilla extract if you prefer, either one will add another layer of yummy flavor.
• Baking staples: All-purpose flour is the foundation of the cobbler dough, while baking powder helps the dough rise and salt enhances the taste.
• Milk and melted butter: The liquid that is needed to form the dough. The milk and butter will add richness and moisture to the texture of the cobbler. 

How to Make Blackberry Cobbler

1. Mix blackberries, sugar, and almond extract in a bowl. Let them stand for about 15 minutes to release the juices and syrup starts to form.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together. Then, stir in the milk until the dough starts to form. Fold in melted butter to combine. It’s ok if it’s not fully combined. 
3. Pour the batter into a prepared baking dish and then spoon the blackberry mixture over the top. Make sure the berries are evenly dispersed across the whole surface area. 
4. Bake the blackberry cobbler at 350°F in a preheated oven for 45 minutes. It is done when the cobbler is golden brown and has risen above the blackberries. Serve warm with ice cream.

Recipe Tips and Variations

• Always test your berries! Adjust the amount of sugar you add to your berry mixture based on how sweet your berries are to the taste.
• Alternative berry options: Use blueberries, raspberries, strawberries or even peaches. Try mixed berries for a variety!
• Lemon juice: If you’ve added a bit too much sugar and find your blackberry cobbler too sweet, you can add a squirt of lemon juice or lemon zest to balance it out.
• Sprinkle cinnamon: Add a pinch into the flour mixture for a warm flavor. This is extra special during the fall and winter months.
• Rest cobbler: To allow the juices to thicken before serving, cool the cobbler for about 15 minutes before serving.
• Serving: Top with a dollop of homemade whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Storing Leftover Cobbler

• Storing: Keep any leftover blackberry cobbler in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat a single piece in the microwave or the oven for about 10 minutes at 300°F.
• Freezing blackberry cobbler: Just like a pie or cake, you can freeze a cobbler. Wrap it in plastic wrap and then foil to avoid any freezer burn. Keep frozen for up to 1 month.