Easy Blackberry Cobbler
An easy blackberry cobbler recipe made with sweet juicy blackberries and topped with a golden cobbler crust flavoured with vanilla and ground almonds. Perfect with a dollop of cream!
Servings 6
Calories 335kcal
Equipment
- Kitchen Scales
- Measuring Spoons
- Pie Dish
Ingredients
- 800 g Blackberries fresh or frozen
- ½ Lemon juice only
- 40 g Light Brown Sugar
- 2 tablespoon Plain Flour
For the Cobbler Topping
- 100 g Self Raising Flour
- 50 g Ground Almonds
- 50 g Caster Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 100 g Butter cubed and fridge cold
- 2 tablespoon Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190c (170 fan/ Gas 4/ 375F) and lightly butter a 1.5-2 litre pie dish.
- Bake the blackberries. Place the blackberries, light brown sugar, plain flour and juice of half a lemon into the prepared baking dish. Give it a mix then bake in the oven for 10 minutes.800 g Blackberries, ½ Lemon, 40 g Light Brown Sugar, 2 tablespoon Plain Flour
- Make the cobbler topping by placing the self-raising flour, ground almonds, caster sugar, and salt into a large mixing bowl. Rub in the cold cubed butter until you get a breadcrumb consistency. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract and bring the dough together with your hands. If it's a little sticky add a bit more flour until the dough is smooth.100 g Self Raising Flour, 50 g Ground Almonds, 50 g Caster Sugar, ¼ teaspoon Salt, 100 g Butter, 2 tablespoon Milk, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Top with the cobbler dough. Take the blackberries out of the oven and place spoonfuls of the cobbler on top of the blackberries.
- Bake for 30 - 35 minutes until the cobbles are golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
Notes
Expert Tips:
- Blackberries can vary in sweetness depending on their ripeness. Taste the berries before using them and adjust the sugar in the recipe accordingly to strike the right balance between sweet and tart flavours.
- Ensure the cubed butter is cold. It makes rubbing it into the flour much easier. If the butter is too warm the dough will become too sticky. Take the butter out of the fridge 5-10 minutes before needed.
- When combining the cobbler dough ingredients, be gentle and avoid overmixing. Overworking the dough can lead to a tough and dense texture. Mix just until the ingredients come together into a cohesive dough.
- To achieve a beautifully golden-brown crust, brush the top of the cobbler dough with a little milk or beaten egg before baking. This will add a lovely sheen and enhance its appearance.
- Allow the blackberry cobbler to cool slightly after baking. This will help the filling set, making it easier to serve and enjoy. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of clotted cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Swap the blackberries for strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries. Or make a mixed berry cobbler!
- Use orange juice and zest instead of lemon.
- Add a touch of warmth to the cobbler by incorporating spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or allspice into the blackberry filling.
- Enhance the cobbler crust by mixing chopped almonds or pecans into the dough before baking. The nutty crunch adds an extra layer of texture and complements the juicy blackberry filling.
- Sprinkle one tablespoon of demerara sugar over the cobbles before baking for a crunchy sweet top.
- Make an apple and blackberry cobbler by mixing in 3 tablespoons of stewed apples to the blackberries after they have been baked in the oven.
- Add a tropical twist by incorporating shredded coconut into the cobbler dough or sprinkling it over the blackberry filling. The coconut's natural sweetness pairs well with the berries.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Blackberry Cobbler
Amount per Serving
Calories
335
% Daily Value*
Fat
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Cholesterol
1
mg
0
%
Sodium
103
mg
4
%
Potassium
277
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
49
g
16
%
Fiber
9
g
38
%
Sugar
22
g
24
%
Protein
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
304
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
33
mg
40
%
Calcium
94
mg
9
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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