Blackberries bring a bold, juicy flavor that works beautifully in both rustic and refined desserts. Their deep purple color adds visual drama, and their tartness balances out the sweetness in pies, crumbles, cakes, and frozen treats. These recipes show just how many ways you can bake, cook, or chill your way into something special using fresh or frozen berries. From Instant Pot cobblers to muffins, galettes, and rich custards, each dish highlights blackberries in a unique way. If you like desserts with bold flavor and great texture, these ideas are worth trying.

Blackberry Cobbler

Blackberry Cobbler. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This classic dessert layers juicy blackberries under a soft, biscuit-like topping. The filling bubbles up as it bakes, blending tart and sweet in every bite. It’s best served warm, often with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The top turns golden and crisp while the fruit stays jammy underneath.
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Blackberry Scones

Blackberry Scones. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These scones bake up tender and slightly crumbly, with blackberries folded into the dough. The berries add a pop of flavor and moisture, making each bite interesting. A light glaze or sugar sprinkle on top finishes them off. Great for brunch or a not-too-sweet snack.
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Lemon Blackberry Pound Cake

Lemon Blackberry Pound Cake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This cake combines rich pound cake texture with tart lemon and juicy blackberries. The citrus lifts the whole flavor while the berries add contrast and color. It slices cleanly and keeps well, making it great for gifting or freezing. Often topped with a simple lemon glaze.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blackberry Pound Cake

Peach Blackberry Galette

Peach Blackberry Galette. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This freeform tart pairs ripe peaches and blackberries in a buttery, rustic crust. The fruit gets juicy as it bakes, pooling slightly in the center. The edges are folded over casually for a homemade look. It’s light, fresh, and easy to serve in wedges.
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Apple Blackberry Crumble

A bowl of fruit crumble with oats on top, featuring apples and blackberries. A fresh apple and blackberries are placed beside the bowl.
Apple Blackberry Crumble. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Blackberries add color and tang to the sweet softness of baked apples. The topping is a crunchy mix of oats, butter, and sugar that bakes into a golden crust. It’s a mix of textures from juicy fruit to crisp topping. A little whipped cream or cream poured over makes it complete.
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Blackberry Cream Pie

Blackberry Cream Pie. Photo credit: Live To Sweet.

This pie layers blackberries in a creamy filling, often made with sweetened condensed milk or whipped topping. The result is smooth, cool, and full of berry flavor. It usually chills before serving, making it refreshing on warm days. The color is as striking as the taste.
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Blackberry Crumble Pie

Overhead shot of blackberry crumble pie with one slice on a serving plate.
Blackberry Crumble Pie. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

A classic pie base holds the juicy blackberry filling, with a crumble topping instead of a second crust. The result is a mix between pie and crisp, with plenty of texture. The crust holds firm while the berries soften and burst. A scoop of ice cream brings it all together.
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Blackberry Galette

Blueberry galette topped with whipped cream.
Blackberry Galette. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This version keeps things simple, letting the blackberries shine in a rustic, open-faced tart. The berries get soft and syrupy as they bake, with just enough sugar to balance the tartness. The crust is golden and flaky without needing a pie dish. Ideal for casual entertaining.
Get the Recipe: Blackberry Galette

Blackberry White Chocolate Pots de Creme

Three blackberry pots de creme lined up on a wooden board next to silver spoons.
Blackberry White Chocolate Pots de Creme. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

These small custards are rich and creamy with white chocolate and a swirl of blackberry sauce. The contrast between the sweet cream and tart fruit is elegant. Served in small cups, they feel fancy but are easy to prep ahead. Chill until set and top with a berry or two.
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Instant Pot Blackberry Cobbler

A dessert plate with a serving of berry crumble topped with whipped cream. A spoon rests beside it on the white plate.
Instant Pot Blackberry Cobbler. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

This shortcut cobbler comes together quickly in a pressure cooker. The fruit cooks down fast, creating a thick, syrupy filling. A cake-like topping rises as it steams, soft but flavorful. A good choice when you want dessert without heating the oven.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Blackberry Cobbler

Instant Pot Lemon and Blackberry Cheesecake

Instant Pot Lemon and Blackberry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

This cheesecake has a lemon base swirled with blackberry puree and cooked in the Instant Pot for perfect texture. The fruit adds color and a tangy bite to the creamy filling. The crust stays crisp, and the whole cake chills before slicing. Easy to prep and hands-off once it starts cooking.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Lemon and Blackberry Cheesecake

Wild Blackberry Muffins

Blackberry muffins drizzled with lemon glaze sitting on a gray cooling rack on a dark background.
Wild Blackberry Muffins. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

These muffins bake up soft and golden with bursts of wild blackberry in every bite. The berries bring moisture and flavor without overpowering the batter. They’re quick to mix and great for breakfast or snacking. A coarse sugar top adds crunch.
Get the Recipe: Wild Blackberry Muffins

Peach Blackberry Ice Cream

Peach and blackberry ice cream scoops in white bowls.
Peach Blackberry Ice Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This frozen dessert swirls together sweet peach and bold blackberry for a colorful, fruity blend. The texture is creamy with little bits of fruit throughout. Each scoop has layers of flavor that complement each other perfectly. A great way to cool down while using summer produce.
Get the Recipe: Peach Blackberry Ice Cream

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