Seattle Diner's Blackberry Slump

Transport your taste buds straight to the Pacific Northwest with the cozy and comforting "Seattle Diner's Blackberry Slump." This old-fashioned dessert features plump, juicy blackberries simmered to perfection with a touch of sugar and lemon juice, creating a luscious, tangy-sweet base. Topped with pillowy dumplings made from a tender, buttery batter infused with vanilla, this stovetop recipe captures the nostalgia of diner-style dining with a modern flair. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s an effortless way to enjoy summer's freshest blackberries year-round. Best served warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, this blackberry slump is a fuss-free crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknight treats or weekend celebrations. Keywords: Seattle Diner dessert, blackberry slump recipe, easy stovetop dessert, classic fruit dumplings, comforting summer desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:28 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh blackberries
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cups water
• 1 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for dumplings)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large, wide saucepan or deep skillet, combine the blackberries, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the berries start to release their juices and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 2

While the berries cook, prepare the dumpling batter. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the milk and vanilla extract to form a thick batter. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Reduce the heat under the blackberries to low, ensuring the mixture is bubbling gently but not boiling.

Step 6

Using two spoons, drop generous spoonfuls of the batter onto the surface of the simmering blackberries, leaving a bit of space between each dumpling as they will expand while cooking.

Step 7

Cover the pan tightly with a lid (or foil, if no lid is available), and let the slump cook undisturbed for 15 minutes. The dumplings will steam and puff up as they cook.

Step 8

After 15 minutes, remove the lid and check that the dumplings are cooked through. They should look firm and have a light, fluffy texture. If needed, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Serve the slump warm, scooping both berries and dumplings into bowls. For an indulgent touch, top each serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1056.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1461.3

Total Fat 32.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 76.6mg	0%
Sodium 1099.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g	0%
Total Sugars 160.5g
Protein 24.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 344.8mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1275.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.0%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 74.4%