Best 6 Easy Blackberry Snacking Cake Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Blackberry Snacking Cake, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful cake is not just any ordinary treat; it's a culinary masterpiece that combines the tangy sweetness of blackberries with a moist and fluffy vanilla cake batter, resulting in a harmonious balance of flavors.

Our recipe offers two irresistible variations to satisfy every palate. The classic Blackberry Snacking Cake is a timeless delight, featuring a generous layer of fresh blackberries nestled within a tender vanilla cake, creating a burst of juicy sweetness with every bite. For those seeking a more indulgent experience, the Blackberry Swirl Snacking Cake beckons with its mesmerizing swirls of blackberry puree swirled into the cake batter, resulting in a captivating visual and taste sensation.

Both variations are adorned with a sprinkling of turbinado sugar before baking, adding a touch of sparkle and a delightful crunch that complements the soft and tender crumb of the cake. The turbinado sugar caramelizes during baking, creating a delectable crust that adds an extra layer of flavor and texture.

Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of the Blackberry Snacking Cake or the extravagant swirl of the Blackberry Swirl Snacking Cake, each bite promises a journey of pure bliss.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMA'S BLACKBERRY CAKE



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I remember going berry picking with Mom and Grandma. Even at 70 years old, Grandma could pick 3 gallons of berries before I had my pail half full. Grandma made up this blackberry cake recipe with her mom, and it's been passed down for five generations now. -Diana Martin, Moundsville, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup fresh blackberries
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 cup buttermilk
Optional: Whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Toss blackberries with 1/4 cup flour; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs. Combine baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, cloves, allspice and remaining 1-3/4 cups flour; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in blackberries. , Pour into a greased and floured 9-in. square baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 45-50 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, serve with whipped cream and top with confectioners' sugar and additional fresh blackberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY BLACKBERRY CRUMBLE CAKE



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I came up with this recipe when I only had a cup of blackberries to use up. The end result was delicious!

Provided by heartshapedbox85

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup blackberries
¼ cup white sugar
⅓ cup quick-cooking oats
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ cup milk, or as needed
¼ cup butter, cut into small chunks

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x12-inch baking dish.
  • Stir blackberries and 1/4 cup white sugar together in a bowl.
  • Mix oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a separate bowl.
  • Mix flour, 3/4 cup white sugar, salt, and baking powder together in a third bowl. Add milk to flour mixture; mix well. Pour batter into prepared baking dish. Top with blackberry mixture; sprinkle oat mixture over blackberries. Top oat mixture with butter chunks.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 398.3 mg, Sugar 32.9 g

BLACKBERRY UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Easy and beautiful cake to make with ingredients you have on hand. Great to take to a party or picnic. Use a cake plate that is wider than the cake; the berries and juice run down the sides, but it is gorgeous when done!

Provided by PamelaP

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Upside-Down Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups fresh blackberries
¾ cup white sugar
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt brown sugar and 2 tablespoons butter together in a saucepan over medium heat. Add blackberries to brown sugar mixture; cook and stir until mixture bubbles, 1 to 3 minutes. Stir 3/4 cup white sugar into berries, crush berries slightly with a fork, and continue cooking until berries are hot and slightly broken-down, about 5 minutes more; remove from heat and pour into a 9-inch cake pan.
  • Beat 1 cup white sugar and 1/2 cup butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy; beat in eggs.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Alternately stir flour and milk into butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix vanilla into batter.
  • Pour batter over blackberry mixture in the 9-inch cake pan.
  • Bake cake in the preheated oven until cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cake cool in the pan until warm, but not completely cooled, about 30 minutes. Run a knife along the inside edge of the pan to separate cake from the sides, place a cake plate over the top of the pan, and flip the pan. Lift the pan slowly to release the cake from the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 68.2 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 313.7 mg, Sugar 40.3 g

BLACKBERRY SHORTCAKE



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It only takes 30 minutes to make our classic shortcake, made with Bisquick and fresh blackberries.

Provided by By Brooke Lark

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons sugar
Grated peel of 1 lemon
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons sugar (or decorating sugar)
1 pint (12 oz) fresh blackberries
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
Whipped cream for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk, 3 tablespoons sugar, lemon peel, and the butter until soft dough forms.
  • On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by spoonfuls to make 6 shortcakes. Sprinkle sugar over tops using 2 tablespoons sugar.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in 1 quart saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, stir in blackberries.
  • Split warm shortcakes; fill with blackberries and syrup. Cover with top halves of shortcakes; dollop with whipped cream and additional blackberries.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BLACKBERRY CAKE



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Wild blackberries are plentiful here, so I started making this cake to put that pretty crop to good use. Everyone loves it.-Doris Martin, Bostic, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3 ounces) raspberry or black cherry gelatin
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup milk
4 eggs
1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
ICING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
4 to 5 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, crushed
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, gelatin, oil and milk until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in the blackberries, coconut and pecans. Pour into three greased 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For icing, cream butter in a small bowl. Add sugar and milk; beat until icing achieves desired consistency. Stir in the blackberries, coconut and pecans. Spread icing between layers and over the top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590 calories, Fat 35g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BLUEBERRY SNACK CAKE



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I love blueberries and have many recipes calling for them. One of my favorites is this quick dessert. I always freeze blueberries when they are in season so we can enjoy the summery flavor of this moist, tender cake all through the year. -Jill Evely, Wilmore, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs, separated
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup 2% milk
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand until needed. Preheat oven to 350°., In a large bowl, mix flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Reserve 3/4 cup mixture for topping. Add baking powder, milk and egg yolks to remaining mixture; beat until blended. With clean beaters, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into batter., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with blueberries and reserved topping. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh blackberries. If you don't have fresh blackberries, you can use frozen blackberries that have been thawed and drained.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the toothpick comes out with wet batter, the cake needs to bake longer.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • If you don't have powdered sugar, you can make your own by grinding granulated sugar in a food processor or blender.
  • You can store the unfrosted cake at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can store the frosted cake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

This easy blackberry snacking cake is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its moist and fluffy texture and sweet and tangy flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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