Baron’s Blackberry Cobbler
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Preheat 🌡️
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt your stick of butter and pour it directly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish or a deep 9-inch cast-iron skillet. Spread it around so the bottom is completely coated.
Step 2: Toss the Berries 🍇
- In a medium bowl, gently combine the fresh blackberries, ¾ cup of sugar, fresh lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Toss lightly so you don’t crush the berries, but ensure the sugar and starch are evenly distributed. Let them sit for 5 minutes to release their natural syrups.
Step 3: Whisk the Cobbler Batter 🥣
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, salt, and optional cinnamon.
- Pour in the milk and stir just until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated. The batter should be smooth but thick.
Step 4: Layer It Up ✨
- Pour the batter directly over the melted butter in your baking dish. Do not stir!
- Spoon the seasoned blackberries evenly over the top of the batter. As it bakes, the batter will magically rise up around the fruit, forming that beautiful, rugged golden crust shown in the image.
