Grandma's Blackberry Cobbler

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Grandma's Blackberry Cobbler.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a warm 425°F (220°C). While the oven warms up, take a moment to grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to ensure your cobbler comes out easily after baking. Now, let’s prepare the blackberry filling. In a large saucepan, combine the fresh blackberries with cornstarch and 1 1/2 cups of sugar. Pour in the water and bring this mixture to a lively boil over high heat. Stir constantly as the berries begin to thicken, which should take about 5 minutes. Once thickened, pour this luscious blackberry mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.

2. Step 2

   Next, let’s whip up the topping! In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and 2/3 cup of sugar until well combined. Now, it’s time to add the margarine. Cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles small peas—this will give your cobbler that delightful flaky texture. Gradually stir in the milk until a soft dough forms. Don’t worry if it’s a bit sticky; that’s just perfect!

3. Step 3

   Now comes the fun part! Using a spoon, drop dollops of the dough onto the hot blackberry filling. You want to create a rustic look, so don’t stress about making it perfect. Just let those spoonfuls of dough sit on top, ready to bake into golden goodness.

4. Step 4

   Slide your baking dish into the preheated oven and let it bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Keep an eye on it; you’re looking for a beautiful golden brown topping that will make your kitchen smell heavenly. Once it’s done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. This cobbler is best enjoyed warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for that extra touch of indulgence!