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Old-Fashioned Cherry Cobbler

A delightful dessert featuring sweet, juicy cherries encased in a crispy, golden crust, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted Ensure they are thawed if using frozen.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the cherries.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted For greasing the baking dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the pitted cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to release some juices.
Making the Batter
  1. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Slowly whisk in the milk until you have a smooth batter.
Combining Filling and Topping
  1. Grease a baking dish with the melted butter. Pour half of the batter into the dish, then spoon the cherry mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top—it’s okay if it doesn’t cover all of the cherry filling.
Baking
  1. Bake the cobbler for about 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Serving
  1. Let your cobbler cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Consider serving it with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Store cobbler in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For long-term storage, freeze portions in a freezer-safe container. Reheat individual servings in the microwave or in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed thoroughly.