Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups sugar, divided1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons whole milk2 tablespoons canola oil2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries3/4 cup water1 teaspoon grated orange zestOptional: Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Combine the eggs, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spread the batter evenly onto the bottom of a greased 5-qt. slow cooker.

In a large saucepan, combine the berries, water, orange zest and remaining sugar; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; immediately pour over batter. Cover and cook on high for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.

Turn cooker off. Uncover and let stand for 30 minutes before serving. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.