This Rustic Skillet Blackberry Cobbler is the epitome of Southern comfort food! Juicy, sweet blackberries baked under a golden, buttery crust make this dessert irresistible, it’s best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 🍨
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 🫐 4 cups fresh blackberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🍋 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 🌾 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 🧂 1/4 tsp salt
For the Topping:
- 🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🍯 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 🥄 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/4 tsp salt
- 🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 🥛 1/2 cup milk
Optional:
- 🧈 1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
- 🍯 1 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.
2️⃣ Prepare the Filling:
- In the skillet, combine the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring gently, until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
3️⃣ Make the Topping:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the milk until just combined.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cobbler:
- Drop spoonfuls of the topping over the blackberry filling, leaving some gaps for the berries to peek through.
5️⃣ Bake:
- Brush the topping with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
6️⃣ Serve:
- Let cool slightly before serving. Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate treat.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Southern Comfort: A timeless dessert that feels like a warm hug.
- Juicy & Sweet: Bursting with fresh blackberry flavor.
- Golden Topping: Buttery, tender, and perfectly crisp.
- Simple & Rustic: Easy to make and packed with charm.
Indulge in the sweet, tangy, and buttery goodness of this Rustic Skillet Blackberry Cobbler—it’s a dessert you’ll want to make again and again! 🥧🫐✨