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Home » Crisps, Crumbles & Cobblers » Blackberry Cobbler

Blackberry Cobbler

Published: Apr 17, 2023 by Allison · 54 Comments

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This amazing blackberry cobbler is loaded with juicy blackberries and topped with our favorite cobbler topping (a cross between a sugar cookie and a buttery biscuit).

If you’re a fan of easy desserts, fruit desserts, or anything that can be topped with ice cream – this recipe is for you! This blackberry cobbler is one of our go-to desserts for spring and summer.

Blackberry cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream on a white plate with a gold spoon.
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Why you’ll love this recipe

Delicious flavor: Sweet and tart blackberries paired with a sweet and buttery vanilla flavored topping.

Incredible texture: Warm, juicy fruit topped with a soft but crunchy topping.

Quick and easy: This one of the easiest homemade desserts you can make. No special techniques or equipment needed.

Made with basic ingredients: Most of the ingredients needed are pantry staples (flour, sugar, vanilla etc).

Recipe overview

*Full recipe below in recipe card*

Blackberry filling: Combine blackberries, sugar, flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice. The lemon pairs wonderfully with the blackberries, creating a balance of sweet and tart flavors. Transfer the fruit mixture to an 8×8 baking dish.

Blackberries, lemon zest, sugar, and flour in a glass bowl.

Cobbler topping: This is our favorite cobbler topping. It’s a cross between a sugar cookie and a buttery biscuit. Stir together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add melted butter and vanilla and stir until well combined. No need for a mixer – this topping comes together in one bowl in just about a minute.

Blackberry cobbler topping in a white bowl.

Assembly: Press pieces of the topping between your fingers into flat irregular shaped pieces. Scatter the pieces on top of the blackberries.

Unbaked blackberry cobbler in a white baking dish next to a white and blue towel.

Bake: Bake the cobbler for about 30 minutes, until the berries are bubbling and the topping is beginning to turn light golden brown.

Blackberry cobbler in a white baking dish.

Recipe tips

  • Use fresh blackberries (if you can). They’ll hold their shape much better than frozen berries.
  • Allow the cobbler to cool on a wire rack for about 15 minutes. The juices will thicken up a bit as it cools.
  • Serve the cobbler warm with vanilla ice cream.
  • Feel free to swap some of the blackberries for another berry. I’ve made this recipe with a combination of blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries and it was delicious. Make sure you have a total of about 6 cups of berries.
  • Leftovers can be tightly covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave.
Scoop of blackberry cobbler on a gold spoon.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of fruit?

Yes! You can swap some or all of the blackberries for another berry (you’ll need about 6 cups total). Or try one these recipes: Peach Cobbler, Berry Cobbler, Apple Cobbler, Blueberry Cobbler, or Cherry Cobbler.

Can I double the topping?

If you prefer your cobbler heavier on the the topping I’ve included a slightly larger topping recipe in the recipe notes. Preparation and bake time will be about the same.

Can I make this ahead?

I think it is best to serve this dessert within an hour or two of being baked. You can refrigerate the leftovers and reheat individual portions in the microwave.

Can I use frozen berries?

I don’t recommend it, fresh berries are best for this recipe.

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Recipe

Blackberry cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream on a white plate with a gold spoon.

Blackberry Cobbler

This amazing blackberry cobbler is loaded with juicy blackberries and topped with our favorite cobbler topping (a cross between a sugar cookie and a buttery biscuit).
4.92 from 47 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Dessert
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 32 minutes minutes
Total Time: 47 minutes minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 265kcal
Author: Allison – Celebrating Sweets

Ingredients

Filling:

  • 6 cups fresh blackberries*, (two 12-oz packages)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • finely grated zest of one small lemon
  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour

Topping (see note):

  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

Filling:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8×8 baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, gently stir together all filling ingredients. Transfer to the prepared pan.

Topping (see note):

  • In a medium bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the vanilla extract and melted butter and stir until fully combined. The mixture will resemble a cross between a crumb topping and a sugar cookie dough.
  • Press pieces of the topping together with your fingers to form flat irregular shaped pieces. Place the pieces of topping all over the top of the blackberries. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the berries are bubbling and the topping is beginning to turn light golden brown. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool for about 15 minutes; the juices will thicken up a bit as it cools. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

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Notes

*BLACKBERRIES: I prefer this recipe with fresh blackberries because they hold their shape better than frozen blackberries. If your blackberries are really tart you can eliminate the lemon juice/zest and add another tablespoon of sugar to the filling.
TOPPING: If you prefer your cobbler a little heavier on the topping, use the following measurements for the topping portion of the recipe. Preparation and bake time will be about the same.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
 
Topping adapted from Pinch of Yum.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 494IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.

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Comments

  1. Meredith

    August 10, 2021 at 5:50 pm

    5 stars
    I have made this cobbler twice in my life – both times within 3 days of each cobbler! I am neither a cook nor a baker BUT, We have a HUGE blackberry patch & many friends for dinners. It was a dessert idea that has exploded into my becoming “The Baker”. Aha! we all love this recipe & it is e-a-s-y p-e-a-s-y to make! Thank you Allison for this delicious recipe!

    Reply
    • Allison

      August 12, 2021 at 1:49 pm

      You’re very welcome! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. 🙂

      Reply
    • Belinda Vincent

      February 26, 2022 at 9:53 am

      This was super. It was so easy to prepare and had Every thing in my pantry
      . it is still in oven. Have not tasted it yet but I know it is going to be awesome. No doubt about it. Thanks very much for this easy baking dish.

      Reply
      • Allison

        March 02, 2022 at 10:24 am

        You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

  2. Tina

    August 12, 2021 at 1:14 am

    4 stars
    I made this tonight, it was good and easy to make. For me, the next time I make it,I probably won’t use lemon zest and not so much lemon juice. I like tart, but this was almost to tart.

    Reply
    • Allison

      August 12, 2021 at 1:46 pm

      Hi, Tina. Perhaps your blackberries were less sweet than mine. You can definitely omit the lemon if you’d prefer. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  3. Eva

    August 13, 2021 at 11:11 am

    5 stars
    So yummy and easy!! I’m making it for the second time for a family dinner tonight. Complete with homemade vanilla ice cream. This dish is worth the small amount of effort, and then some!!

    Reply
    • Allison

      August 14, 2021 at 8:08 am

      Thanks for the kind review, Eva. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Krista

    August 14, 2021 at 4:36 pm

    Hi! Have you ever doubled the recipe? I know an 8×8 won’t be enough for my crew. I wonder about baking time?

    Reply
    • Allison

      August 16, 2021 at 10:18 am

      I haven’t doubled it, but I would assume that you could do so and use a 9×13 pan. Bake time should be about the same, just watch for the top to get golden brown and the fruit to bubble. It might take a few minutes longer than the recipe states. Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Betty

    October 06, 2021 at 6:29 pm

    Have you ever put crust on bottom and the top?

    Reply
    • Allison

      October 09, 2021 at 8:45 am

      No, I haven’t. I think the bottom crust would be too soggy. You can double the top crust if you’d like more.

      Reply
  6. Carol

    June 12, 2022 at 6:35 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe! I tried it with frozen and fresh both. Preferred the fresh for sure. Much more juicy.

    Reply
  7. Susan

    June 19, 2022 at 4:41 pm

    5 stars
    Awesome,just awesome

    Reply
  8. melinie diluck

    July 12, 2022 at 1:11 am

    5 stars
    Excellent and it reheated in the microwave without the topping becoming soggy. This is a winner. I used mixed berries and sour cherries… Yummy!

    Reply
    • Allison

      July 13, 2022 at 6:33 am

      I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to comment. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Ruthie

    July 19, 2022 at 1:12 pm

    I have just made this and I can’t wait to taste it. Thanks for a great easy recipe. Have your ever frozen a cooked cobble for later? Thank you! Oh P.S. this sure smells fantastic!!!

    Reply
    • Allison

      July 26, 2022 at 10:24 am

      Hi, Ruthie. I have not frozen a cobbler before. I prefer the texture of the topping when it is freshly baked.

      Reply
  10. Lisa

    July 20, 2022 at 2:09 pm

    I have made this 3 times! My family loves it! I wonder if I could use peaches with the blackberries….

    Reply
    • Allison

      July 26, 2022 at 10:17 am

      Hi! Sure, just play around with it. If you’re using fresh peaches make sure they are fairly ripe so that they cook in the same amount of time as the blackberries.

      Reply
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