Description
Indulge in this delightful Easy Cherry Cobbler that is bursting with the sweet flavors of fresh cherries. A buttery, tender base topped with juicy cherries makes for a perfect summer dessert.
Ingredients
Fresh Cherry Filling:
4 cups (560-660g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted and halvedCobbler Batter:
6 Tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, 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, optional: 1-2 Tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinklingInstructions
- Preheat and Melt Butter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place butter in baking dish to melt.
- Make Batter: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, vanilla, and almond extract; whisk until smooth.
- Layer and Bake: Spread cherries over melted butter, pour batter over cherries, sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 55–60 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- I do not recommend preparing and refrigerating the unbaked cobbler due to potential texture issues.
- Baked cobbler freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in a 300°F (149°C) oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approx. 280
- Sugar: Approx. 20g
- Sodium: Approx. 160mg
- Fat: Approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 45g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 4g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 25mg
