Description
This Easy Cherry Cobbler Recipe is a delightful dessert featuring sweet, juicy cherries baked under a tender, fluffy batter. Perfect for any occasion, this classic cobbler combines fresh fruit with a buttery crust and a hint of vanilla and almond, creating a comforting and delicious treat that’s simple to make and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 4 cups (560–660g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted and halved
Batter
- 6 Tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cut into 6 pieces
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Topping
- 1–2 Tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Butter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the unsalted butter pieces in a baking dish and put it in the oven just long enough to let the butter melt completely.
- Make the Batter: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Then gradually whisk in the whole milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until you have a smooth batter with no lumps.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Remove the baking dish with melted butter from the oven. Evenly spread the pitted and halved cherries over the melted butter, then pour the prepared batter gently over the cherries to cover them.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle 1 to 2 tablespoons of coarse sugar over the top of the batter for a crunchy, sweet finish. This step is optional but recommended.
- Bake: Place the baking dish back into the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes. The cobbler is done when the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. This short cooling time helps the cobbler set and makes it easier to serve.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh cherries with frozen cherries, but do not thaw them before baking.
- For an extra touch, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Use a baking dish size of approximately 8×8 inches or similar to ensure proper cooking time and thickness.
- If you prefer, you can skip the almond extract or substitute it with an additional teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Leftovers can be covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
