Cherry Cobbler
A delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer with sweet and juicy cherries, topped with a fluffy crust.
Ingredients
For the Cherry Filling
- 5-6 cups sweet cherries, pitted, fresh or frozen thawed
- 2-4 tablespoons granulated sugar Adjust based on cherry sweetness
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
- 2-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons if using frozen cherries
For the Topping
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For Serving
- 1 scoop vanilla ice cream For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, gently stir together all filling ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8x8 baking pan and spread it into an even layer.
Making the Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt for the topping.
- Add the vanilla extract, almond extract, and melted butter; stir until fully combined.
- Press pieces of the topping together and place them all over the top of the cherries.
Baking
- Bake for 30-45 minutes, until the cherries are bubbling and the topping is light golden brown.
- Cool for 20 minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cherry filling. Adjust the sugar according to your taste, especially if your cherries are particularly sweet or tart. Use a mix of cherries for added flavor complexity.