Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler 🫐🥧✨

A rustic dessert with juicy blackberries and a golden biscuit topping—simple, timeless, and comforting.

The History of Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler

The cobbler dates back to early American settlers who adapted traditional English pudding recipes to the ingredients available in the New World. Without access to ovens or proper pie-making tools, they topped stewed fruits with simple biscuit-like dough. Over time, this rustic style evolved into what we now know as a “cobbler,” named for its rough, cobbled appearance.

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 4 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup milk
• Optional: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare berries: Toss blackberries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Spread evenly in a greased baking dish.
2. Make batter: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in melted butter and milk until smooth.
3. Assemble: Pour batter over berries, spreading gently to cover.
4. Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbling.
5. Serve: Cool slightly, then serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips

• Rustic charm: Don’t worry if the topping looks uneven—that’s the beauty of a cobbler.
• Sweetness: Adjust sugar depending on berry tartness.
• Make-ahead: Cobbler can be baked a few hours in advance and reheated before serving.

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Old-Fashioned Blackberry Cobbler—juicy berries, golden topping, pure comfort! 🫐🥧✨”

• Comment prompt: “Would you serve it with ice cream or whipped cream?”
• Rotating closers: “Save for cozy dessert nights.” • “Tag a friend who loves cobbler.” • “Rustic sweetness made simple.”