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Fresh Cherry Cobbler: Homemade dessert with juicy cherries and golden crust.
Lady Maria

EASIEST CHERRY COBBLER EVER

This fresh cherry cobbler recipe is a delightful homemade dessert, bursting with juicy cherries and topped with a golden, buttery biscuit. It's incredibly easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and guaranteed to evoke comforting memories with every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups pitted fresh cherries sweet or sour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup 1 stick
  • ½ cup whole milk plus more for brushing
  • Turbinado sugar coarse sugar), for sprinkling (optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry blender or fingertips
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven
  • spoon
  • Cooling rack (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the pitted cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, almond extract (if using), and a pinch of salt.
  3. Gently toss everything together until the cherries are evenly coated.
  4. Pour the cherry filling into a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading the cherries out evenly.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Gradually add the milk to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the cherry filling, creating about 8-10 biscuits.
  9. Brush the biscuit topping with milk.
  10. Sprinkle with turbinado sugar (optional).
  11. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbly.
  12. Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For flakier biscuits, ensure the butter is very cold and avoid overmixing the dough. Adjust the sugar to your preference based on the sweetness of the cherries. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in the microwave or oven. The cherry filling can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated. You can also use other fruits such as peaches or blueberries. A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can also be added to the cherry filling for a warmer flavor.