Blackberry Cobbler

Summary

This is a great cobbler that can use fresh or frozen berries.

1 c

flour

1 1⁄2 c

sugar (divided)

1 t

baking powder

1⁄2 t

salt

6 T

butter (cold)

1⁄4 c

boiling water

2 T

cornstarch

1⁄4 c

cold water

1 T

lemon juice

4 c

blackberries (rinsed and drained)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
In a large bowl, mix the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/4 cup boiling water just until mixture is evenly moist.
In a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water. Mix in remaining 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, and blackberries. Transfer to a cast iron skillet, and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Drop dough into skillet by spoonfuls. Place skillet on the foil lined baking sheet.
Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until dough is golden brown.