Old Fashioned Cherry Cobbler
A classic and comforting dessert featuring a buttery crust and sweet cherry filling, perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round cake pan greased and floured
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 mixing bowl large
Ingredients
Cherry Filling
- 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cobbler Topping
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. Pour the filling into a greased 9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until combined. Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the cherry filling.
- Place the cobbler in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Serving
- Serve the cobbler warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Storage
- Store any leftover cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use fresh cherries for the best flavor, but frozen cherries are a great alternative. Ensure butter is cold for a flaky topping. Adjust sugar based on cherry sweetness.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute gluten-free flour and non-dairy butter for dietary preferences.
How to Serve: Best served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container and consume within 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the filling in advance and refrigerate. Add topping and bake before serving.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute gluten-free flour and non-dairy butter for dietary preferences.
How to Serve: Best served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container and consume within 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the filling in advance and refrigerate. Add topping and bake before serving.