Patriotic Cherry Cobbler
A delightful summer dessert featuring juicy cherries and blueberries baked under a golden crust, perfect for patriotic celebrations.
Ingredients
Fruit Filling
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup blueberries Fresh preferred
- 1 cup sugar Adjust based on taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cobbler Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk Almond milk can be used for dairy-free
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted Use coconut oil for dairy-free option
- 1 whole egg Can substitute with applesauce for vegan option
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients. Wash cherries and blueberries carefully.
- In a medium bowl, mix cherries, blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until coated.
Baking
- Pour the fruit mixture into a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined.
- Carefully pour the batter over the fruit mixture.
- Bake in preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
- Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Avoid using frozen fruit for best flavor. Allow cobbler to cool slightly to enhance flavor.