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Published: May 10, 2020 · Modified: Feb 17, 2022 by Tino Marie · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble

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Juicy blackberries coupled with a crispy, flaky coconut crumble make a lovely tropical-leaning Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble.

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I’m not much of a dessert person, much to the chagrin of my husband and in-laws. More for them, I say! Now I’m not a complete nay-sayer when it comes to dessert. I really dig fruit, especially berries (aka nature’s candy). 

My mother-in-law makes a dessert that quickly became my favorite, dubbed Raspberry Cobbler (which is actually what I would refer to as a Crisp or Crumble - but as Bon Appetit reports, the three names are interchangable depending where in the world you are).

It’s simple and easy to make, the tartness of the raspberries balances well with the sugar, and the crumble on top offers a pleasing texture contrast. I enjoy it so much that it inspired your new favorite dessert - Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble.

Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble
Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble
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The Making of Blackberry Crisp

The beauty of Crisp (or Crumble) is that it can be modified on a whim while keeping the success rate of producing a palatable dessert high. I couldn’t get it out of my head that flaked coconut would be a fantastic addition to the crumble. And I’ve contemplated at least 38 different fruit combinations that I think would make a killer Cobbler.

For Crisp (or Crumble) Iteration #1, I decided upon a Blackberry Crisp with coconut in the crumble. The coconut flakes get nice and toasty and contribute to the crisp texture, while the blackberries balance everything out with mild sweetness. That’s right, I just described blackberries as sweet. If you’re not a fan of eating raw blackberries, give ‘em a try baked. The heat from cooking mellows blackberries out, transforming the flavor from tart and bitter to mildly sweet. It’s the perfect berry to pair with a sweet, coconut-spiked crumble.

Blackberry Coconut Crisp for Two

How do you make Blackberry Crisp?

This Blackberry Crisp recipe comes together pretty quickly; the hard part is waiting for it to bake so you can eat it.

INGREDIENTS 

  • 2 pints blackberries
  • ¾ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon  cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (I used Bob’s Red Mill)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • non-stick cooking spray (I used PAM butter flavor)
  • whipped cream (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Spray a 9-inch pie dish with the PAM butter spray to lightly grease the pan. Add the blackberries to the pan, spreading them out evenly.
  • Add flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and coconut flakes to a mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, add the egg and coconut extract. Whip for 20 seconds with a fork, until well combined.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until the wet ingredients are incorporated; you want the mixture to look crumbly.
  • Pour the crumble over the blackberries and arrange in an even layer. Spray the top of the crumble with the PAM butter spray with a light, even layer.*
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the crumble is crisp and GBD (golden brown and delicious!). Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Serve warm, with a dollop of homemade whipped cream on top.

And if you want to get fancy (I sure did!), I recommend whipping up some homemade whipped cream. Homemade Whipped Cream from Live Well Bake Often is stupid easy to execute and incredibly delicious - all you need is heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Or do like I did and sub in coconut extract for the vanilla to accentuate the coconut flavor in the topping.

Blackberry Coconut Cobbler with Homemade Whipped Cream
Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble, topped with homemade Whipped Cream

Variations

I think Coconut pairs well with a lot of other fruits, making this Blackberry Crisp recipe amenable to a few main ingredient tweaks. If you're not in the mood for blackberries, you can tag in raspberries. Or be extra and do a Triple Berry Crisp with blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries.

Storage

I recommend storing Blackberry Crisp it in the baking dish because why dirty more dishes? Just cover it with a piece of aluminum foil and keep it on the countertop for 24-48 hours. I recommend having leftover cobbler for breakfast :). It has fruit, it's like sorta healthy right?

If you like this, give these desserts a try:

  • Chocolate-Drizzled Churro Rice Krispie Treats
  • Coconut Rice Krispie Cookies
  • Raspberry Icebox Bars
  • Hot Cocoa Peppermint Bark Brownies

Blackberry Coconut Cobbler

Blackberry Crisp with Coconut Crumble

Juicy blackberries coupled with a crispy, flaky coconut crumble make a lovely tropical-leaning dessert - a lovely Blackberry Crisp .
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Dessert
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pints blackberries
  • ¾ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (I used Bob’s Red Mill)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • non-stick cooking spray (I used PAM butter flavor)
  • whipped cream (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Spray a 9-inch pie dish with the PAM butter spray to lightly grease the pan. Add the blackberries to the pan, spreading them out evenly.
  • Add flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and coconut flakes to a mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, add the egg and coconut extract. Whip for 20 seconds with a fork, until well combined.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until the wet ingredients are incorporated; you want the mixture to look crumbly.
  • Pour the crumble over the blackberries and arrange in an even layer. Spray the top of the crumble with the PAM butter spray with a light, even layer.*
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the crumble is crisp and GBD(golden brown and delicious!). Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Serve warm, with a dollop of homemade whipped cream on top.

Notes

*In researching Cobblers, Crisps and Crumbles, I noticed that most other recipes incorporate butter into the topping. I didn't question the absence of butter in the original recipe provided by my mother-in-law. The egg alone provides a good binder for the crunchy Coconut Crumble topping. And hitting it with a healthy spritz of PAM butter spray beforehand results in a delightfully uniform GBD topping. I guess you say it's a lower-calorie crisp? Meaning you can feel less guilty for eating a solid 50% in one sitting.
Keyword blackberry crisp, cobbler, coconut crumble, crisp
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