Easy Cherry Cobbler

This easy cherry cobbler recipe is made with canned cherries and a soft cake topping. Perfect served with a scoop of ice cream or dollop of whipped cream

Course Desserts

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 266kcal

Author Jesseca

Equipment

Silicone Spatulas

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 21oz can cherry pie filling

Instructions

Place the butter in an 8 or 9-inch baking pan. Put the pan into the oven while it’s still cold. Allow the butter to melt while the oven preheats to 350 degrees. Remove and set aside for later.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, vanilla extract, and milk. Whisk these ingredients together until the batter is smooth. This should take about a minute.
Pour the batter gently over the melted butter in the pan. Do this slowly and try not to disturb the melted butter too much.
Next, spoon the cherry pie filling evenly on top of the batter. It’s important not to stir the pie filling into the batter; just let it sit on top.
Place the pan back in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. Check to see if the center of the cobbler is cooked through – it should not jiggle when you gently shake the pan.
Sprinkle some sugar over the cobbler during the last 15 minutes of baking to add a sweet crust.
Once baked, remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool slightly. Serve warm, and if you’d like, add a scoop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top for extra deliciousness.

Notes

When melting the butter in the oven, keep an eye on it to prevent it from burning. The key is to remove it as soon as it’s fully melted. A burnt butter taste can overpower the flavors of your cobbler.
Resist the urge to stir the batter and the cherry pie filling together. The charm of this cobbler recipe lies in the layers, as the batter will rise through the cherry pie filling to form a beautifully crusty top during baking.
Serving the cobbler warm brings out the best in its flavors and textures. For a truly indulgent treat, pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream right before serving.

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