Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Blackberry Buttermilk Biscuits Casserole layers tender buttermilk drop biscuits studded with juicy blackberries then bakes in single dish for pull-apart brunch perfection finished with tangy lemon glaze drizzle. Ready in 35 minutes, it serves 8 with buttery layers and fruit-stained sweetness.
Why This Recipe Works
Buttermilk tenderizes biscuits while providing rise. Blackberries release juices creating stained glass effect. Crowded pan creates soft steamed interiors with crispy tops. Lemon glaze cuts richness perfectly. Melted butter bottom prevents sticking while flavoring edges. Self-rising flour shortcut guarantees foolproof texture.
Ingredients & Prep
Biscuits:
- 2½ cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup melted butter (divided)
- 1½ cups fresh blackberries
- ¼ cup sugar
Lemon Glaze:
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp milk
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat 425°F. Pour ¼ cup melted butter 8×8 baking dish.
- Mix flour + sugar; stir buttermilk + ¼ cup butter until shaggy dough.
- Fold blackberries gently until distributed.
- Drop ¼ cup scoops into buttered dish touching sides.
- Bake 25-30 minutes golden + berries bubbling.
- Whisk glaze ingredients smooth; drizzle warm biscuits.

Flavor Variations
| Variation | Key Add/Swap | Resulting Twist |
|---|---|---|
| Blueberry Lemon | Blueberries + orange glaze | Citrus summer |
| Peach Ginger | Peaches + crystallized ginger | Southern orchard |
| Raspberry Almond | Raspberries + almond extract | Bakery patisserie |
| Apple Cinnamon | Apples + cinnamon streusel | Autumn harvest |
Storage Tips
Room temp airtight 2 days; reheat 325°F 10 minutes.
FAQs
Berries sink?
Toss flour lightly first.
Dry biscuits?
Don’t overmix; more buttermilk.
Glaze thick?
Milk tablespoon at time.
Conclusion
Blackberry Buttermilk Biscuits Casserole brunch-hugs juicy pull-apart perfection.
PrintBlackberry Buttermilk Biscuits Casserole with Lemon Glaze Recipe
Blackberry Buttermilk Biscuit Casserole combines tender flaky buttermilk biscuits baked in sweet blackberry sauce with tangy lemon glaze drizzle. Perfect brunch centerpiece blending Southern biscuit tradition with juicy summer berries and bright citrus finish.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Biscuit Layer:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1½ cups cold buttermilk
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- Blackberry Filling:
- 4 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Lemon Glaze:
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease 9×13 baking dish. Make biscuit dough: Whisk dry ingredients. Cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until dough forms. Gently fold in 1 cup blackberries. Press into even layer in dish.
- 2. Make filling: Combine 4 cups blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest/juice, cinnamon in saucepan. Cook over medium 8-10 minutes until thickened and bubbly. Pour hot filling evenly over biscuit layer.
- 3. Bake 25-30 minutes until biscuits are golden and filling bubbles. Cool 20 minutes.
- 4. Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle generously over warm casserole. Serve with whipped cream.
Notes
- Fold blackberries into biscuit dough gently to avoid purple streaks.
- Frozen blackberries work; no thawing needed.
- Cold butter and buttermilk create flaky biscuit texture.
- Make-ahead: Assemble casserole, cover, refrigerate overnight; bake next morning.
- Store leftovers 3 days refrigerated; reheat 350°F 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 42mg
Keywords: blackberry buttermilk biscuit casserole, blackberry biscuits lemon glaze, southern berry breakfast casserole

