Blackberry cobbler is simply a perfect summer dessert.

Summer dessert recipes don’t get much easier than this homemade blackberry cobbler.

Learn how to make blackberry cobbler, and enjoy a bit of dessert nostalgia this summer.

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Ingredients for Easy Blackberry Cobbler

Baking essentials will be needed, as will blackberries.

Start by getting out an 8x8-inch baking dishglass, metal, or ceramic.

Go ahead and preheat the oven to 375F, and get ready to bake.

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What Fruit Can You Use Besides Blackberries?

This versatile blackberry cobbler recipe can accommodate pretty much any summer fruit that you like.

Try raspberries, blueberries, pitted cherries, or stone fruit like nectarines or peaches.

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If you don’t have any ice cream on hand, sweetenedwhipped creamis also quite wonderful!

Beat at medium speed until thick and billowy, about 2 minutes.

Place blackberries in a lightly greased 8-inch square baking dish; sprinkle with lemon juice.

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Drizzle melted butter over topping.

Bake cobbler:

Bake at 375F for 35 minutes or until lightly browned and bubbly.

Let stand 10 minutes.

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Serve warm with whipped cream, if desired.

Garnish with fresh mint sprig, if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely!

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Divide the blackberry mixture evenly among six (8-oz.)

oven-safe ramekins or baking dishes; sprinkle the topping evenly over each dish.

If your pan is slightly bigger, don’t worrythis recipe is forgiving.

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A 9-inch cake pan or deep-dish pie plate will work just fine.

A blackberry cobbler usually has a crumble topping or streusel and is baked without a crust.

Blackberries need little more than a rinse before they go into the baking dish for a cobbler.

If you see any dirt or leaves, you might gently brush them off with a cloth.