Mixed Berry Cobbler
Mixed Berry Cobbler is a delicious dessert that is perfect for the summer season. The combination of juicy berries and warm, buttery crust makes it an irresistible treat.
Cobbler is a type of fruit dessert that originated in the United Kingdom and was brought to America by British colonists. And, there are so many different ways to make them, some of our favorite recipes are this Slow Cooker Blueberry Cobbler, Caramel Apple Cobbler, and this Slow Cooker Pumpkin Cobbler.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients: You probably already have most of these ingredients in your pantry!
- Family-friendly: This sweet treat is a crowd favorite with young and old alike.
- Special Occasion Friendly: Looking to impress guests at a dinner party or potluck? This recipe is sure to be a hit with its beautiful presentation and delicious taste.
- Quick and easy: With just a few simple steps, this recipe comes together in no time. Perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
For this recipe, we used a bag of frozen mixed berries. You can use store-bought like we did, or if you have your own from summer berry picking season, you can use those as well.
Variations
- Berries: You can swap out the mixed berries for just one type of berry. Try using all strawberries or all blueberries for a more consistent flavor.
- Sweetener: If you prefer something less sweet, use honey instead of sugar in this recipe.
- Toppings: Feel free to get creative with toppings! You could add chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or even a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Instructions
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- In a large bowl, mix the berries, sugar, lemon juice, zest, cornstarch and cinnamon and stir well. Pour the berry mixture into the bottom of the baking pan and set aside.
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt until mixed. Add in the butter in small pieces and crumble with your fingers. Pour in the boiling water and continue to mix with your hands until the mixture is in small pieces. Sprinkle over the top of the berries.
- In another bowl, stir together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, melted butter and salt until well combined. Sprinkle the mixture over the top of the cobbler layer.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Expert Tips
- To get an extra crispy topping, turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve your cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a truly indulgent treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this mixed berry cobbler recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
The topping on a cobbler is typically a biscuit-like dough. The dough is spooned or dropped over the fruit filling before baking, creating a deliciously golden and slightly crispy finish that complements the juicy fruit.
Yes, you can absolutely use fresh fruit! We like the ease of frozen fruit!
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📖Recipe
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Mixed Berry Cobbler
Equipment
- 9×13 baking dish
- large bowl
- Medium-sized bowl
- large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 8 cups frozen mixed berries
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Topping:
- ¾ cup flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 Tablespoons boiling water
Streusel:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoons melted butter
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the berries, sugar, lemon juice, zest, cornstarch and cinnamon and stir well. Pour the berry mixture into the bottom of the baking pan and set aside.
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt until mixed. Add in the butter in small pieces and crumble with your fingers. Pour in the boiling water and continue to mix with your hands until the mixture is in small pieces. Sprinkle over the top of the berries.
- In another bowl, stir together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, melted butter and salt until well combined. Sprinkle the mixture over the top of the cobbler layer.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Remove and let cool slightly before serving. (Goes great with vanilla ice cream!)
Notes
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
This cobbler is absolutely delicious! The mixed berries are so perfect for the summer.
I wanna dig right in, it looks sooooo delicious and pretty. Love how simple the ingredients are and definitely saving to make soon.
I made this with blackberries raspberries and blueberries. It was delicious. Thanks for sharing.
This cobbler was everything I hoped for—sweet, juicy berries with a golden, buttery topping. Served it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it was heavenly.
This berry cobbler was INCREDIBLE!!! Just the right balance of sweet and tart flavors, this is a winner for sure.
This was amazing. Easy and quick to make yet really delicious!!!