Traditional Blackberry Cobbler

Ingredients and Weight:

• 5 cups (1 pound) ripe blackberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss to coat. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3. In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in butter using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together egg, vanilla extract, and milk. Add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Drop the topping by spoonfuls over the blackberry mixture.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the blackberries are bubbling.

Nutritional Information:

Per Serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 12 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Protein: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Sweet and tangy
• Perfectly balanced crust and filling
• Ideal for a chilly evening or special occasion

User Comments:

• "This is the best blackberry cobbler I've ever had! The topping was so crispy and the blackberries were perfect."
• "I love the combination of sweet and tart in this dish. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion."
• "I'm not a big fan of blackberries, but I couldn't resist this cobbler. It's just so delicious!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe blackberries for the best flavor.
• If you don't have rolled oats, you can substitute with quick oats or old-fashioned oats.
• If the topping is browning too quickly, cover the dish with aluminum foil.
• Let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the topping to set.