Description

This Easy Cherry Cobbler Recipe is a delightful and comforting dessert featuring fresh sweet cherries baked under a tender, golden-brown batter. Perfect for any occasion, this one-dish treat combines juicy cherries with a subtly sweet, cakey topping infused with vanilla and almond extracts, creating a warm and inviting dessert that’s simple to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Filling

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 (Optional)

1–2 Tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Butter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the butter pieces in a baking dish and put it in the oven to melt the butter while you prepare the batter.
Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the whole milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter with no lumps.
Assemble the Cobbler: Carefully remove the baking dish with melted butter from the oven. Spread the pitted and halved cherries evenly over the melted butter. Pour the prepared batter evenly over the cherries, ensuring the fruit is mostly covered. Optionally, sprinkle coarse sugar over the top for a crunchy sweetness.
Bake: Place the assembled cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving to allow the batter to set slightly and the flavors to meld. Serve warm for best taste and texture.

Notes

Using fresh cherries makes the dish more flavorful, but frozen cherries can be substituted if fresh are out of season; just thaw and drain excess moisture.
For an extra touch, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Coarse sugar sprinkled on top adds a nice crunch but is optional.
Make sure to keep an eye on the baking time as ovens vary; if the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.