Sour Cherry Cobbler
Sweet, tart, and utterly irresistible, this Sour Cherry Cobbler is the perfect dessert to showcase the bright flavor of fresh or frozen sour cherries. Bursting with juicy fruit and topped with a golden, tender biscuit crust, this cobbler is a testament to classic comfort baking. The filling, lightly sweetened and thickened with a touch of cornstarch and zesty lemon juice, strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, while the buttery, vanilla-scented topping provides a rustic charm. A sprinkling of coarse sugar on top adds a delightful crunch to every bite. Ready in just about an hour, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for summer gatherings or cozy winter nights, especially when paired with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Easy to prepare and packed with homemade flavor, this cobbler is your go-to recipe for a timeless dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups sour cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until the cherries are evenly coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and dot with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
Drop the dough by spoonfuls over the cherry mixture, covering most of the surface but leaving some gaps for the filling to bubble through.
If desired, sprinkle the coarse sugar on top of the dough for added texture and sweetness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly and thickened.
Allow the cobbler to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.3 g | 301% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 1591 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 533.7 g | 194% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 328.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2516 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
