If you’re craving a cosy dessert that’s simple to make, this Blackberry Cobbler with Pear is a great choice. It combines soft, sweet pears with tart blackberries and a buttery topping that bakes up golden and crisp.
This is the sort of dessert I make when I want something warm and satisfying without much effort. The fruit becomes soft and jammy, the topping turns lightly crisp, and everything comes together beautifully. Serve it warm with ice cream or whipped cream for the perfect finishing touch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Warm fruit with a perfect sweet-tart balance. The combination of soft pears and juicy blackberries creates a filling that’s rich, jammy, and comforting without being too sweet. A hint of lemon keeps the flavours bright.
- Easy to make and comforting to serve. This cobbler comes together with minimal effort. You simply toss the fruit, mix the topping, and let the oven do the work. It’s ideal for relaxed dinners or when you want a no-fuss dessert.
- A classic dessert with a simple twist. This has everything you love about a traditional cobbler, with the addition of pears for extra softness and depth. It’s familiar, cosy, and just a little more interesting.
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Ingredients
Before I walk you through the recipe for this Blackberry Cobbler with Pear, let’s gather everything you’ll need. You’ll find the full ingredient list with measurements and step-by-step instructions in the printable recipe card below.
- Pears – Provide natural sweetness and soften beautifully as the cobbler bakes.
- Blackberries – Add a juicy, tart contrast that balances the sweetness of the pears.
- Sugar – Sweetens the fruit and the topping, while helping the juices thicken as they bake.
- Cornstarch – Helps thicken the fruit filling as it cooks in the oven.
- Lemon juice – Brightens the fruit and balances the sweetness.
- All-purpose flour – Forms the base of the cobbler topping and gives it structure.
- Baking powder – Helps the topping rise slightly and stay light.
- Butter or coconut oil – Adds richness and helps the topping bake up golden.
- Milk – Brings the topping together into a thick, spoonable dough.
- Vanilla extract – Adds warmth and rounds out the flavour.
- Salt – Enhances all the flavours and balances the sweetness.
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream – Optional, but perfect for serving warm.
How To Make
With all of our ingredients ready, we’re set to make this Blackberry Cobbler with Pear. I’ll walk you through the steps below.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180°C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish and set it aside.
- Add the sliced pears and blackberries to the prepared dish. Sprinkle over 3 tablespoons of sugar, the cornstarch, and lemon juice, then gently toss until the fruit is evenly coated.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, remaining sugar, and salt. Pour in the melted butter or coconut oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping evenly over the fruit, leaving small gaps so the juices can bubble through.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a blackberry cobbler and a crumble?
A cobbler has a soft, biscuit-style topping dropped over the fruit. A crumble uses a streusel-like topping made with flour, butter, and sugar.
What is the secret to a good cobbler?
Balance is key. Use ripe fruit, don’t over-sweeten, and leave gaps in the topping so the fruit can bubble.
Do you need to cook the fruit before baking a cobbler?
No. The fruit cooks fully in the oven and releases its juices as the cobbler bakes.
What spices go well with blackberry cobbler?
Cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of nutmeg work well. They enhance the fruit without overpowering it.
What are common cobbler mistakes?
Using too much topping, underbaking, or skipping a thickener. Cornstarch helps prevent a watery filling.
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Blackberry Cobbler with Pear
This is my Blackberry Cobbler with Pear. It combines soft, sweet pears with juicy blackberries and a simple buttery topping. It’s best served warm, straight from the oven.
Ingredients
Fruit Filling Ingredients
- 2 medium pears, thinly sliced
- 2 cups blackberries, fresh or frozen
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cobbler Topping Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- ½ cup butter or coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
To Serve
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
- Add the sliced pears and blackberries to the dish.
- Sprinkle over the sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Gently toss until the fruit is evenly coated.
- To make the topping, add the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to a bowl. Mix until combined.
- Add the melted butter or coconut oil, milk, and vanilla. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the topping over the fruit, leaving small gaps.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
This cobbler is best served warm.
Frozen blackberries can be used without thawing.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.