Mixed Berry Cobbler is a delicious, easy-to-make dessert featuring juicy, sweet-tart berries baked under a golden, buttery biscuit-like topping. It’s perfect for showcasing fresh or frozen berries and pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a comforting and irresistible treat.
Ingredients:
For the berry filling:
- 4 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and/or blackberries, fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste depending on the sweetness of the berries)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice)
For serving (optional):
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized dish.
- Prepare the berry filling:
- In a large bowl, gently toss the mixed berries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Pour the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Make the topping:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the buttermilk and stir until just combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
- Assemble the cobbler:
- Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the berry mixture, leaving some gaps for the berries to peek through. You don’t need to spread the dough evenly.
- Bake the cobbler:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the berry filling is bubbling. If the topping browns too quickly, cover it loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Cool and serve:
- Let the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
This Mixed Berry Cobbler is a sweet, fruity, and comforting dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. It’s a great way to enjoy the natural flavors of mixed berries!
