Blackberry Slump

Here’s a classic recipe for Blackberry Slump, a delightful dessert with a juicy blackberry base topped with tender dumplings.

Blackberry Slump

Ingredients:

For the Blackberry Base:

• 4 cups fresh blackberries (can use frozen if fresh are unavailable)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water

For the Dumplings:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Blackberry Base:
   • In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water.
   • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to boil and the berries start to release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Prepare the Dumplings:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • In a separate small bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
   • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
3. Cook the Slump:
   • Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the simmering blackberry mixture. Try to keep the dumplings evenly spaced.
   • Cover the skillet or saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
   • Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the dumplings are cooked through and the blackberry mixture has thickened slightly, about 15-20 minutes. The dumplings should be firm to the touch and no longer doughy inside.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the Blackberry Slump warm, either on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Enjoy your delicious Blackberry Slump!