Description
Cherry Cobbler Recipe with a juicy cherry filling and sugar cookie-inspired crust. Use fresh or frozen cherries. Try it today and share your results!
Ingredients
Filling:
5–6 cups sweet cherries, pitted (fresh or thawed frozen)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or 3 if using frozen cherries)
Topping:
2/3 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mix cherries, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, almond extract, and flour. Transfer to an 8×8-inch dish.
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In another bowl, mix sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add extracts and melted butter. Stir into a dough.
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Flatten pieces of the topping dough and place over the cherries.
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Bake 30–45 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Cool 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use just under 2 lbs of fresh cherries for best texture.
If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain thoroughly.
Let cool to allow juices to thicken.
Serve with vanilla ice cream for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes