Description
Sweet summer memories come alive with Mixed Berry Cobbler, a delightful dessert that blends juicy berries and buttery crumble. Warm from the oven, this classic treat invites you to savor each spoonful of homemade comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (620 grams / 21.9 ounces) mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries)
- 1 cup (125 grams / 4.4 ounces) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (150 grams / 5.3 ounces) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (180 milliliters / 6.1 fluid ounces) buttermilk
Wet Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons (90 grams / 3.2 ounces) unsalted butter, cold & cubed
- 1/4 cup (60 grams / 2.1 ounces) melted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Supplementary Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (20 grams / 0.7 ounces) cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tablespoons almond flakes
Serving Options:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Mascarpone cream
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 375F (190C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine fresh mixed berries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla in a mixing bowl, gently tossing to ensure even coating without crushing the delicate fruits.
- Transfer the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a consistent base for the cobbler.
- In a separate bowl, blend flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for the cobbler topping, creating a dry ingredient foundation.
- Pour buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest into the dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated without overmixing to maintain a light texture.
- Carefully dollop the cobbler topping over the berry filling, allowing small gaps between spoonfuls to create a rustic appearance and enable proper baking.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds across the surface for added crunch and visual appeal.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown topping and bubbling berry filling; if the top browns too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cobbler to rest for 15 minutes, which helps the filling set and makes serving easier.
- Serve warm, accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream, dollop of whipped cream, or creamy mascarpone for an indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Choose berries at peak ripeness for maximum flavor and natural sweetness.
- Adjust sugar levels based on the tartness of your selected berries, tasting the filling before baking.
- Frozen berries work perfectly when fresh aren’t available, just don’t thaw them before mixing.
- Swap buttermilk with Greek yogurt or regular milk mixed with a splash of vinegar for a quick substitute.
- Create a gluten-free version by using alternative flour like almond or coconut flour.
- Prevent soggy bottom by placing the baking dish on the middle oven rack for even heat distribution.
- Customize the topping with added spices like cinnamon or cardamom for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 334 kcal
- Sugar: 39 g
- Sodium: 158 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 34 mg