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Fresh & Juicy Black Raspberry Cobbler – Quick and Simple Dessert

Adam
A rustic, fruit-forward cobbler bursting with sweet-tart black raspberries, golden-brown biscuit topping, and a scoop of ice cream—a must-make for easy entertaining or cozy treats! 🎉 Introduction When raspberries are in abundance—fresh or frozen—this Black Raspberry Cobbler is a no-hassle dessert that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Sweetened fruit bubbles beneath a tender, golden-on-top biscuitly crust. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, and suddenly every night feels like a celebration. 🥄✨
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • 9×9‑inch baking dish (or similar)
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls (large and small)
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Ice cream scoop (optional)

Ingredients
  

🍇 Fruit Filling

  • 4 cups fresh or frozen black raspberries
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

🥣 Batter & Topping

  • 1 cup all‑purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup milk

🌟 Final Touches

  • 1 tbsp coarse sugar for sprinkling on top
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Fruit

  • In a medium saucepan, combine raspberries, lemon juice, and ¾ cup of the sugar.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until juices thicken (~5 minutes).
  • Whisk in cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water, and cook another minute.
  • Pour mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Batter

  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, remaining sugar, and salt.
  • Stir in milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter just until combined (don’t overmix).
  • Spoon the batter evenly over the fruit—it will be thin and rustic.

Step 3: Bake to Golden Perfection

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Sprinkle coarse sugar evenly over the batter.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until topping is golden and raspberries are bubbling around edges.
  • Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

🥄 Variations
Berry Blend: Use mixed berries or swap raspberries with blackberries
Spiced Touch: Add ½ tsp cinnamon or nutmeg to batter
Gluten-Free: Replace flour with 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
Crunchy Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or oats on top before baking
Boozy Boost: Stir in 2 tbsp bourbon or rum into the fruit mixture
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temp: Keep covered for up to 2 days
Refrigerator: Store for 4 days in airtight container
Freezer: Freeze cobbler (without ice cream) for up to 2 months
Reheat: Warm in oven at 325°F for 10–15 minutes or microwave a single serving
🏁 Conclusion
This Black Raspberry Cobbler brings together juicy berries, cozy sweetness, and a tender topping—all in under an hour! It’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or spontaneous dessert-making when fresh fruit calls. Creamy, warm, and comforting—it's pure, joyful simplicity with every spoonful. 🫶