#blackberry#foraging#holistichealth In this cozy autumn episode, I’m sharing my love for fall foraging, and bake a delicious vegan Blackberry Cobbler. The vibrant colors, crisp air, and slower pace of autumn provide the perfect backdrop to reconnect with ourselves and nature, all while nourishing our bodies and souls.
In this video, you’ll learn:
🌿 Seasonal Foraging Tips: Discover the healing properties of hawthorn berries and blackberries, known for their amazing benefits for heart health, stress relief, and overall wellness. 🍇 Vegan Blackberry Cobbler Recipe: A simple and plant-based dessert inspired by my German Oma’s cooking—perfect for cozy fall gatherings and nourishing your body. 🍁 Autumn Wellness: Embrace the grounding, refreshing qualities of fall to bring peace, balance, and clarity to your life. _____________________ Blackberry Cobbler Recipe: 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour * 1/2 sugar (and a little to sprinkle on top) 1/4 cup oatmeal * 1 tsp. Baking powder 1/2 tsp. Cinnamon 1 cup plant based unsweetened milk (oil warm it up when using coconut oil) 1/3 cup vegan butter or coconut oil (warmed up to liquid form) 1-3 cups blackberries (depending on you preference - I like mine with lots of blackberries) Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F in a medium bowl wisk together the flour, sugar, oatmeal, baking powder and sugar add milk and mix well add butter (or oil if using) Assemble: pour batter into round baking dish* drop blackberries into the batter and push them down just a little add more berries on top if you like to finish everything off, sprinkle some extra sugar on top Bake: put baking dish in the oven on the middle rack and back for about 30-40 min let the cobble cool a little bit before serving Serve: serve with non dairy vanilla ice cream * or plant based whip cream Notes: Flour: you can use gluten free flour or almond flour, I wouldn’t recommend using coconut flour as that will absorb the liquid to much and make the cobbler too dry
Oatmeal: This is totally optional, I like to add it for extra texture (GF oatmeal would work as well)
Oil free: for an oil /butter free version, you can use unsweetened applesauce
Baking Dish: for one large cobbler use preferably a round 8” dish, I used smaller, single serve ones and had enough batter for three cobblers
‼️Disclaimer / resources: The information about herbs and their healing properties is for educational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new health protocols or adding supplements into your lifestyle.
❗️Hawthorn berries should not be eaten straight off the tree and need special preparation. I will be making a video about how to prepare hawthorn berries in various ways soon.
Welcome to Wellness with Ilka, where nature, wellness, and natural living come together.
Hi, I'm Ilka, a holistic health coach with a deep passion for herbalism,
foraging, and living a natural, balanced life. Whether you're here to learn, be inspired,
or simply relax, you found your home. So let's take this journey together and awaken the natural
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, I find myself embracing the season of fall
more deeply each year. There's something about this time that feels both grounding
and refreshing, a perfect blend of change and stillness.
I love how the vibrant colors of the leaves transform everything around me,
from golden yellows to fiery reds, as if nature itself is painting a masterpiece just for us.
The sight of a tree shedding its leaves feels symbolic, almost as though the world is letting
go of the old to make room for something new. It makes me think about my own life,
how we all go through phases of growth, release, and renewal.
The chill in the air is another reason I look forward to the season.
It invites cozy moments indoors, wrapped in a blanket with my favorite cup of tea or coffee in
hand. Fall seems to slow the pace of life just a little, encouraging reflection and the simple
the anticipation of Halloween, the warmth of Thanksgiving, and the sense of togetherness
that fills the air. It's a time to gather with friends and family, to share in the
abundance of the harvest, and give thanks for all the little things that make life meaningful.
Fall has a unique ability to make me feel connected to nature, to the cycles of time,
and to the rhythms of life. There's a quiet beauty in the season that reminds me of what
truly matters, like slowing down, appreciating small moments, and staying grounded in the present.
Fall is a season that brings me a deep sense of peace and gratitude. It's a reminder of how
beautiful change can be, and how much we should cherish the here and now. As we forage, it is
important to remember that foraging is more than just gathering food. It's a journey back to our
roots. When we reach out to pick a ripe blackberry, we are participating in an age-old dance,
one where respect and gratitude come together.
Foraging and harvesting nature's bounty should always be done mindfully.
Nature provides generously, but it's our responsibility to honor her gifts.
Coming upon a hawthorn tree with its bright red berries peeking through thorny branches
always brightens my day. Hawthorn is not just a folklore, it's a medicinal wonder
and known for centuries as a heart tonic. It might help to improve circulation and can
support cardiovascular health, while giving our hearts both strength and vitality.
The hawthorn berries are rich in flavonoids and can combat stress,
shielding our cells from everyday wear and tear. How amazing is that?
Hawthorn berries are also known to soothe anxiety and help promote a sense of peace,
making them perfect for those moments when life just feels too overwhelming.
Keep in mind to only take what you need and leaving enough for the wildlife who depend on
these fruits and berries through the colder fall and winter months. Each berry left behind
is a promise that the cycle of life will continue. Adding blackberries and hawthorn into your life
means embracing nature's way of nurturing the body and soul. I find joy in activities like
baking something warm and comforting. This blackberry cobbler recipe is a plant-based
adaptation of a traditional German recipe given to me by my sweet Oma back in Germany,
where I grew up. You can find the recipe in the description below and let me know if you
give it a try and how it turned out. And if you do something a little different,
don't keep it a secret, please share it with the rest of us.
Blackberries with their rich dark color aren't just a sweet treat from nature's candy shop.
They're bursting with antioxidants like vitamin C, which supports immune health and keeps us
resilient as the cooler days approach. Their fiber content also has been known to aid digestion and
can help promote gut health and regulate our blood sugar levels. And did you know they contain
anthocyanins? These powerful compounds help reduce inflammation in the body,
easing the stress we often carry with us.
Hello, thank you so much for staying until the end. I hope you enjoyed this video. I'm certainly
thankful you were able to join me today. For now, I plan on putting up two nature foraging videos a
month, like this one, just to get my channel started. I'll be covering a variety of subjects
and topics related to the medicinal and culinary use of herbs and forage plants. I want to introduce
you to their beauty and their healing power and help you bring more balance and romance into your
life. I'm just getting started and I need all the encouragement and support you're willing to give.
And I would appreciate it if you can share, subscribe, comment, and like. And let me know
what you'd like to see and learn more of. I'm always open for suggestions and any new ideas.
Let me know if you give that cobbler a try. Until next time, I wish you health, wellness, and joy.
