Description
This Cherry Cobbler is a sweet treat featuring juicy cherries and a buttery batter, perfect for family gatherings or a comforting dessert at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the cherry filling by combining sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a saucepan. Stir in the cherries and cook until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Melt the butter by placing pieces in a baking dish and placing it in a preheated oven at 350°F until melted.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until just mixed.
- Pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish, smoothing it evenly.
- Spoon the cherry mixture over the batter and sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of ice cream.
Notes
Adjust the sugar based on the sweetness of the cherries used.
If using frozen or canned cherries, refer to the specific notes for adjustments.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg