Description
Looking for a dessert that wraps comfort, nostalgia, and bold berry flavor into one? This Homemade Kentucky Blackberry Cobbler is exactly what you need. With its rustic, golden biscuit topping and bubbling sweet-tart blackberry filling, this cobbler is the definition of cozy indulgence. Whether you’re craving a quick dessert, brainstorming easy dinner ideas that end with a warm treat, or searching for old-fashioned food ideas, this recipe checks all the boxes. The rich aroma while baking alone is enough to bring everyone to the table. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and maximum flavor—this is a dessert recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh blackberries (or thawed from frozen)
1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup water
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk (plus 1 tbsp if needed)
1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat until juices release (5–7 minutes).
- Mix cornstarch with water, then stir into berry mixture. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Stir in milk gradually to form soft dough. Add extra milk if too dry.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour filling into greased baking dish.
- Roll out dough on floured surface, cut into squares or shapes.
- Place dough pieces over berries. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbly. Cool slightly before serving.