There’s no better way to end a delicious meal than with a fresh-out-of-the-oven fruit cobbler!
One of the easiest desserts to make for your family is a fruit-packed cobbler. With the variety of canned pie fillings on store shelves today, there is always something for everyone. This cherry cobbler recipe is an excellent example of how easy it is to prepare a delicious after-dinner treat. With only 15 minutes of preparation, your cobbler is ready to go into the oven.
This is also an easy recipe to customize for different diets. You can make it gluten-free by substituting one cup of gluten-free all-purpose flour for the regular flour in the recipe. Make it dairy-free by using plant-based unsalted butter and milk. I’ll even give you a couple of links to delicious dairy-free ice creams in the serving suggestions below. And for those like me who don’t use regular sugar, since the brown and granulated sugars in this recipe total one cup, you can substitute one cup of coconut sugar or date sugar in their place. I also use no-sugar-added pie filling, and it turns out delicious.
If you turn on your oven light, your children will be able to watch as the batter rises to cover some of the filling—almost like magic! The result is a golden cake topping and delectable, juicy cherries that are both tart and sweet. It tastes so good!
I occasionally elevate cobblers with a crunchy topping, like the type you would use for a crisp or crumble dessert. There are plenty of options, including chopped nuts, old-fashioned oats, cookie crumbs, and even crushed cereal. I like to make mine with one cup of gluten-free rolled oats, one-half cup each of coconut sugar and almond flour, one teaspoon of cinnamon (I love cinnamon, but you can use half that amount, if desired), and one-quarter teaspoon of salt. I combine that, then use my hands to mix in four to five tablespoons of unsalted butter to form a crumbly mixture, which I sprinkle over the fruit filling. If using salted butter, omit the salt.
Can I make this with other flavors of pie filling?
Absolutely! Any canned pie filling flavor will work with this cherry cobbler recipe. My favorite for anything fruity is always blueberry, and that makes a delicious cobbler. Apple and peach are also delicious cobblers. If you love berries, use a berry medley pie filling for added flavor. I’ve seen apricot, raspberry, strawberry, and even caramel apple fillings that would work great with this recipe.
Now, here’s one I discovered that would be amazing with this recipe: lemon pie filling. I never thought about using that for a cobbler, and replacing the cherry with the lemon would be ideal. Make it even more special by sprinkling lemon zest over the top before baking. You could even add a meringue topping to elevate the cobbler.
How do I store leftovers?
Allow leftovers from this cherry cobbler recipe to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate them tightly wrapped or in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Once chilled, you can also freeze leftover cobbler in a freezer-safe container or zippered bag for up to 3 months. Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it in a 300°F oven until warm.
Serving suggestions
There’s nothing better to serve with this cherry cobbler recipe than a nice cold scoop of ice cream, especially if you get to enjoy the cobbler while it is still warm from the oven. While this Cherry Ice Cream Recipe is the logical choice—and don’t get me wrong, it is fantastic with the cobbler—there are definitely other flavors to consider. Homemade Soft-Serve Ice Cream is an excellent option, especially since it can be ready in just 15 minutes for those who didn’t make any ice cream in advance. Of course, you can never rule out the fantastic combination of chocolate and cherry, so consider trying this Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe. And, if avoiding dairy is important, try this Oat Milk Ice Cream Recipe or Dairy-Free Ice Cream Recipe. For a final touch, add a dollop of this Whipped Cream Recipe for the ultimate dessert.
Cherry Cobbler Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can cherry pie filling (21 ounces)
- Ice cream or whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and let it melt in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven. Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter without stirring. Spoon the cherry filling evenly over the top (don’t stir).
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the cobbler to cool for 10 minutes before serving. If desired, top with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for garnish.
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