How to Make Mellissa's Grandma's Blackberry Cobbler - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic comfort food desserts, few can beat the warm and inviting taste of a homemade blackberry cobbler. This timeless dish has been a favorite in American households for generations, and Mellissa's Grandma's Blackberry Cobbler is a perfect example of why it has stood the test of time.

This recipe has been passed down through Mellissa's family for decades, and it has become a beloved tradition at family gatherings and holiday celebrations. The sweet and tart flavor o...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups blackberries
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup margarine
  • ⅔ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch cobbler

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place the blackberries into a large saucepan; add the cornstarch and 1 1/2 cup of sugar. Pour in the water, and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly until the berries have thickened, about 5 minutes. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and 2/3 cup of sugar together in a mixing bowl. Cut in the margarine until it is the size of peas. Stir in the milk until a soft dough forms, then drop by spoonfuls onto the hot blackberry topping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    382 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 417mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 39g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 130mg