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How to cook with blackberries

Beautifully glossy, deep-purple British blackberries are in season now, and at M&S, we’ve got the pick of the crop. Put these seasonal beauties to delicious use in our irresistible blackberry recipe ideas, and look out for our exclusive-to-M&S, extra-large King Blackberries in stores this summer.
By Marks & Spencer
July 9, 2024
How to cook with blackberries
How to cook with blackberries
Marks & Spencer
We love nothing more at M&S Food than inspiring our customers with easy, delicious family recipes using our great produce. We’re on a mission to help you create incredible tasting food whatever the occasion.
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Marks & Spencer
We love nothing more at M&S Food than inspiring our customers with easy, delicious family recipes using our great produce. We’re on a mission to help you create incredible tasting food whatever the occasion.

Blackberry loaf cake

Blackberry loaf cake

Marks & Spencer

This cake is super simple to make – no beating required, just weigh, stir and bake! Blackberries are studded through the sponge and in the icing, giving a double hit of berry deliciousness.

Pickled blackberry and goat's cheese crostini

Pickled blackberry and goat's cheese sourdough crostini

Marks & Spencer

Pickling your blackberries gives them a sweet, sharp flavour that works brilliantly with creamy goat’s cheese in this elegant starter. Save any leftover pickled blackberries in a jar, ready to be added to a cheeseboard or used to top salads, where they’ll bring a burst of intense flavour.

Blackberry Eton mess

Blackberry Eton mess

Marks & Spencer

Switch up your usual summer Eton mess recipe with this blackberry and lemon version. A lemony blackberry compote is swirled through whipped cream then studded with mini meringues. Served in individual glasses, these are a brilliant quick dessert if you’re entertaining.

Blackberry, apple and pear crumble

Blackberry, pear and apple crumble

Tom Kerridge

Try Tom Kerridge’s comforting crumble recipe, as seen on Tom Kerridge Cooks Britain. Blackberries provide a juicy burst of sweet, tart flavour that works a treat with the hazelnut and oat topping.

Blackberry, pear and honey bircher

Blackberry, pear and honey bircher

Marks & Spencer

Looking for some seasonal breakfast inspiration? This nutritious vegan bircher muesli recipe is just the thing. Prep the night before, then finished with fresh blackberries the next day.

Baked goat's cheese with blackberries and hazelnuts

Baked goat's cheese with honey, blackberries and hazelnuts

Marks & Spencer

Creamy, rich goat’s cheese is the perfect foil for sweet and jammy blackberries. Serve this with crusty bread and a lemony salad for a laid-back summer lunch or starter.

Blackberry, ginger and mascarpone trifles

Blackberry, ginger and mascarpone trifles

Marks & Spencer

These easy trifles are made with our sticky ginger cake, giving them a wonderfully warming flavour. If you prefer, make this in one big trifle dish.