Ingredients:
- 4 cups (600g) fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp (16g) cornstarch
- 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
- 1 tsp (2g) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp (10g) baking powder
- 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Add blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt directly into the cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Stir frequently for 5–8 minutes until the berries break down and the liquid turns into a thick, glossy syrup, then remove from heat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold cubed butter and blend using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized chunks remaining.
- Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract just until the dough comes together.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the hot berry mixture, leaving a few gaps of fruit peeking through.
- Place the skillet in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20–25 minutes until the topping is mahogany-gold and juices are bubbling.