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Blackberry Cobbler With Vanilla

A warm, comforting dessert that celebrates summer's bounty with plump, juicy blackberries bubbling beneath a golden crust, all enhanced with aromatic vanilla. This perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors makes for an impressive yet simple dessert that's been perfected through generations.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: Blackberry Cobbler, Vanilla, Summer Dessert, Berry Dessert, Southern Dessert
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Cooling Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 375kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish or 10-inch Cast-Iron Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pastry Cutter

Ingredients

For the filling

  • 6 cups fresh blackberries frozen work too, but don't thaw them
  • 1 cup granulated sugar reduce to ¾ cup if berries are particularly sweet
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the cobbler topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish or a 10-inch cast iron skillet.
  • In a large bowl, gently toss the blackberries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Allow this mixture to sit for about 10 minutes, giving the berries time to release some of their juices and the flavors to meld.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter still visible.
  • Stir in the milk and vanilla extract just until combined – avoid overmixing. The batter should be thick but pourable.
  • Transfer the blackberry mixture to your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Dollop the batter over the blackberries in an even layer, leaving some small gaps for the berries to bubble through. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with aluminum foil after about 30 minutes.
  • Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the filling properly set.

Notes

For a more complex flavor profile, substitute ¼ cup of brown sugar for part of the granulated sugar in the filling.
Gluten-free bakers can use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend with excellent results.
The cobbler is best served warm rather than hot for optimal flavor experience.
For make-ahead convenience, prepare the topping and filling separately up to a day in advance, store refrigerated, and assemble just before baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 330mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 38g
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