Blackberry Cobbler

Whip up this simple blackberry cobbler for a delightfully sweet buttery dessert with lots of fruity flavor.

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This oh-so-delicious blackberry cobbler couldn’t be easier! With just a handful of ingredients, this perfectly sweet dessert filled with flavorful blackberries and moist yellow cake mix comes together to make a delightful dessert. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream for some extra decadence, and enjoy! 

Blackberry Cobbler Ingredients 

You’ll need:

• 1 box of yellow cake mix
• 6 cups of blackberries (4-5 cups if they are large berries, washed)
• 1-2 tablespoons sugar
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup of water

Substitutions and Additions 

CRUST: Instead of cake mix, you can place strips of pie crust over the top of the berries. It will change the taste and texture, but it will be just as delicious!

CANNED BERRIES: Fresh fruit isn’t always easy to come by, so feel free to use canned blackberries in this recipe.

How to Make This Blackberry Cobbler Recipe 

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Add the box of a dry yellow cake mix to a 9 x 13-inch baking pan or casserole dish. 

PRO TIP: Don’t add the water, eggs, or oil that’s listed on the back of the cake mix box; just the dry mix. 

STEP TWO: Spread the blackberries evenly over the cake mix.

STEP THREE: Depending on how sweet the berries are, sprinkle one or two tablespoons of sugar over the top of the blackberries.

PRO TIP: This recipe is great for adjusting the sugar content depending on personal preference. If the berries are sweet and you like a sweet dessert, feel free to add two tablespoons of sugar. 

STEP FOUR: Evenly pour one cup of water over everything. Jiggle the baking dish a little so the water soaks in and settles to the bottom of the dish. If the berries aren’t very juicy, you’ll want to add a little more water.

PRO TIP: If you’re using canned berries, you can use the liquid from the can in place of water. It will turn the cake purple, however. 

STEP FIVE: Cut the butter into eight pieces and space them evenly over the top of the blackberry filling.

STEP SIX: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown.

STEP SEVEN: Slice and serve warm.

How To Serve 

This delightful blackberry cobbler is the perfect end to a meal or a great snack to serve with your afternoon coffee or tea. Top it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra decadence. 

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: The cobbler can be stored covered in plastic wrap in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.

IN THE FREEZER: If you are planning to freeze the cobbler, it is best to do so before baking. Make the recipe right up to the step before you add the pieces of butter, cover with foil, and freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, top with butter, and bake.

Perfectly sweet and buttery, this blackberry cobbler is a simple yet impressive dessert that comes together in no time and bursts with fruit flavor.  

FAQ:

Q? Can I freeze this recipe?

A: If you want to freeze the whole pan, do so before adding the butter on top. When you’re ready to bake it, remove from the freezer, top it with butter, then bake. 

Q? Can I use frozen blackberries in this recipe?

A: You can certainly use frozen blackberries in this recipe. Allow them to thaw before adding them to the pan to drain the excess moisture. 

Q? Can I use a different kind of cake mix?

A: Using a different kind of cake mix will slightly change the flavor, but you can also use white or vanilla cake mix if you can’t find yellow.

Blackberry Cobbler

Whip up this simple blackberry cobbler for a delightfully sweet buttery dessert with lots of fruity flavor.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 10

Ingredients

  

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 6 cups blackberries 4 to 5 cups if they are large berries
• 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup water

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• In the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, pour the box of dry yellow cake mix.
• Spread the blackberries over the top of the cake mix.
• Sprinkle on 1 to 2 tablespoons of sugar (depending upon how sweet they are).
• Pour 1 cup of water over the top of the berries and cake mix then shake the pan so water settles into the bottom. If berries aren’t very juicy, add a little more water. If they are plump, a little less.
• Cut the butter into 8 pieces and spread out over the top.
• Bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
• Slice and serve warm.

Notes

The amount of sugar and water needed in this recipe can vary, depending on the berries. Before you start, taste the berries for juicy sweetness. Adjust sugar and water accordingly. Also, it is important to pour the water over the top and shake the pan. You want the berries and water to really settle into the pan!

Cleaning fresh blackberries is easy. Much easier than cleaning some other fresh fruits. Pour the fresh juicy berries into a colander. Discard any errant leaves or stems. Set the colander in the sink and run water over the berries. Leave it there to drain while you begin the recipe.

If you’re using canned berries, reserve the water they’re packed in and use a cup of it instead of the plain water. Unless you don’t want the crust to be purple, of course.

Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to check your cobbler at the lower end of the recommended baking time.

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