21 oz can of blackberry filling (Feel free to substitute with fresh blackberries if available)
1½ cups of flour
⅓ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup sugar
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup butter, cubed into small pieces (ensure it’s cold for the best texture)
⅓ cup boiling water
1 tbsp coarse sugar (for that delightful crunch on top)
Step-By-Step Cooking Instructions
Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1½ cups flour, ⅓ cup brown sugar, ⅓ cup sugar, 1½ tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt. Stir these together until they are well mixed.
Add Butter: Introduce the cubed butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. This step is crucial for creating a flaky topping that’s absolutely divine.
Boil & Mix: Pour ⅓ cup of boiling water into the mixture and stir until everything is just combined. The dough should be moist but not overly wet.
Layer the Filling: Spread the blackberry filling evenly at the bottom of your prepared baking dish. If you’re using fresh blackberries, you might want to sprinkle a little sugar over them to enhance their natural sweetness.
Top It Off: Spoon the dough over the blackberry filling, spreading it gently (it’s okay if it’s not perfectly even). Sprinkle the tablespoon of coarse sugar over the dough for a sparkling finish.
Bake: Place your cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Serve & Enjoy: Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving. It’s divine on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Pro Tips for Perfect Cobbler Every Time
Butter Is Key: Using cold butter and cutting it into the dry ingredients until you get pea-sized crumbs is crucial for that perfect crumbly topping.
Adjust Sweetness: Depending on the sweetness of your blackberries, adjust the amount of sugar to suit your taste.
Serving: Serve warm for the ultimate comfort dessert experience.
