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Fruity, tasty, and super easy, this Berry Cobbler uses mixed berries and is topped with a sugared crunchy topping that sets this perfect dessert dish off.
I’m a total cobbler person. I love this Berry Cobbler as it is super simple to put together, and you can make it any time, but we love making it in the spring and summer months.
This is great for a family-friendly dessert or breakfast or great for any gatherings where you are tasked to bring something, and this recipe is one people are bound to love.
Mixed berry cobbler is hard to beat. It’s an easy dessert recipe and a great way to enjoy the summer. What says “summer” more than fresh berries?
The best part is the cobbler topping. Ok, maybe it’s hard to pick a favorite part. But oh my goodness I love the topping on cobbler!
Topped with decorator’s sugar it really sets this recipe off, the extra sweetness adds just a little touch that sends it over the top and that we love to add.
Also, by using the mixed berries in this fruit cobbler, you get a whole range of flavors that really just go well together and work perfectly.
If you love fruit and are a cobbler person then you absolutely have to whip up this Berry Cobbler this spring and summer season, you will not regret it.
Some of my other favorite fruity dessert recipes that we have on our site include: Cherry Danish, Peach Crumble Bars and Tropical Cheesecake Salad.
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- WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- HOW TO MAKE BERRY COBBLER:
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
- CAN I USE FROZEN FRUIT?
- I’M NOT A LEMON FAN, DO I HAVE TO USE THE ZEST?
- CAN I USE OTHER BERRIES?
- WHAT IS THE TASTE AND TEXTURE OF THIS BERRY COBBLER?
- ANY ADDITIONS?
- ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
- HOW TO STORE:
- DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Mixed Berry Cobbler Recipe From Scratch
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- You can use any mixed berries or a single berry that you’d like.
- This makes a nice large batch.
- Top with ice cream or whipped cream to make it over the top.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Strawberries
- Granulated sugar
- Cornstarch
- Lemon zest
- Lemon juice
- Vanilla extract
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Light brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Fine sea salt
- Unsalted butter
- Buttermilk
- Decorators sugar, optional
HOW TO MAKE BERRY COBBLER:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gently stir to combine so all the berries are coated in the mixture. Try not to damage the berries too much.
- Spread the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, brown sugar, lemon zest, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make sure to break up any clumps from the brown sugar if there are any, I like to use a fork to smash them.
- Add the cold butter, you can either dice this into small pieces, or I like to grate it which I think is easier. Toss the butter with the flour mixture.
- Using a pastry cutter or you can also use a fork, cut the butter into the mixture until the butter is cut into small pieces no bigger than a pea.
- Add ⅓ cup of the buttermilk and stir it together until combined, this will be a slightly sticky wet dough.
- Take a few tablespoons of the dough and flatten it out to about 1/4th inch thick. Lay the pieces of dough on top of the berries. I like to leave some of the berries exposed for a pretty presentation.
- Brush the dough topping with the remaining buttermilk using a pastry brush.
- Sprinkle the decorators sugar on top of the dough, if some gets on top of the berries that’s okay.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and it’s bubbly along the edges.
- If you are not sure if it is done, you can poke the topping with a toothpick, if it comes out clean it’s ready.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
CAN I USE FROZEN FRUIT?
You can use frozen berries, but do not let them thaw out.
I suggest adding another half tablespoon of cornstarch as well if using frozen.
I’M NOT A LEMON FAN, DO I HAVE TO USE THE ZEST?
If you are not a fan of lemon, it is very subtle in the filling itself, but you can taste it more in the topping, just leave the zest out of the filling and topping.
I do still recommend adding the lemon juice to the filling, even though it is a small amount it helps to cut the sugar.
CAN I USE OTHER BERRIES?
Use this as a base recipe and add or subtract berries to your liking.
We are looking for 8 cups of berries total, so any mix will work!
You can easily find mixed berries in your frozen food aisle, so you can also use a bag of those in place of the fresh ones as well.
WHAT IS THE TASTE AND TEXTURE OF THIS BERRY COBBLER?
What I love most about this cobbler, it is slightly tart from the berries and added lemon.
The crunchy sugar on top of the cake-like topping is the perfect little crunch to add a textural element to the dish.
The lemon zest in the topping gives a pop of freshness to the overall cobbler and is not overwhelming at all.
ANY ADDITIONS?
You better believe it!
Pick your own type of berries or your favorite ice cream to go along with it.
- Dash of Cinnamon: Adds warmth and depth to the berry filling, making it similar to a delicious apple crisp.
- Nutmeg: A sprinkle in the topping for extra spice, perfect for a fruit dessert.
- Almond Extract: Enhances the flavor of the berries, giving the cobbler topping a unique twist.
- Orange Zest: Adds a fresh citrus note to your juicy berries.
- Chopped Nuts: Pecans or walnuts for added crunch, a great addition to your berry layer.
- Coconut Flakes: Mix into the topping for a tropical twist, enhancing the juicy mixed berries.
- Honey Drizzle: For a touch of extra sweetness, perfect for a warm cobbler.
- Maple Syrup: Mixed into the berries for a rich flavor, similar to a delicious peach cobbler.
- Ginger: A pinch in the filling for a zingy taste, perfect for seasonal fruit desserts.
- Whipped Cream: Serve on top for added creaminess, making it the perfect end to your meal.
ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
Take your pick from this list.
Let me know in the comments how it goes for you!
- Frozen Berries: Use if fresh berries aren’t available, ensuring a juicy berry filling.
- Gluten-Free Flour: Substitute for all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version, maintaining the delicious dessert.
- Vegan Butter: Use instead of unsalted butter for a vegan option, perfect for a medically restrictive diet.
- Coconut Sugar: Replace granulated sugar for a different sweetness, ideal for a calorie diet.
- Almond Flour: Can be used in place of some all-purpose flour for a nutty flavor, enhancing the buttery crust.
HOW TO STORE:
This can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator where it will last for up to 5 days.
This can also be frozen, placed in a freezer container and it will keep for up to 3 months.
To defrost, remove to the refrigerator overnight until thawed. You can heat it up if desired in the microwave or oven.
DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
- You can use various toppings on this cobbler, some of my favorites include ice cream, whipped cream, caramel sauce, creme Anglaise, or even vanilla yogurt.
- Add ½ teaspoon of almond extract, strawberry extract, orange extract, or lemon extract to the filling for more depth of flavor. It is always fun to mix it up!
- Some people are not a fan of blackberries since they tend to have larger seeds which are hard to eat. If you are serving this at a party or get-together where you are not sure of individual tastes, I would leave the blackberries out and add more of another berry.
- The filling will thicken as it cools.
- This can be frozen, see how to do that above.
- You can use frozen berries, see how we do that above.
Love a good fruit-filled dessert that is warm, with a little bit of crunch?
Then this Berry Cobbler is exactly what you’ve been looking for.
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Mixed Berry Cobbler Recipe From Scratch
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups blueberries
- 2 ½ cups raspberries
- 1 ½ cups blackberries
- 1 ½ cups sliced strawberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
- zest of half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
- zest of half a lemon
- 1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cold
- ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon cold buttermilk divided
- 1 tablespoon decorators sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.
- In a large bowl add the blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.2 ½ cups blueberries, 2 ½ cups raspberries, 1 ½ cups blackberries, 1 ½ cups sliced strawberries, ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch, zest of half a lemon, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gently stir to combine so all the berries are coated in the mixture. Try not to damage the berries too much.
- Spread the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In a large bowl stir together the flour, sugar, brown sugar, lemon zest, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make sure to break up any clumps from the brown sugar if there are any, I like to use a fork to smash them.1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, zest of half a lemon, 1 ¼ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- Add the cold butter, you can either dice this into small pieces, or I like to grate it which I think is easier. Toss the butter with the flour mixture.6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Using a pastry cutter or you can also use a fork, cut the butter into the mixture until the butter is cut into small pieces no bigger than a pea.
- Add ⅓ cup of the buttermilk and stir it together until combined, this will be a slightly sticky wet dough.⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon cold buttermilk
- Take a few tablespoons of the dough and flatten it out to about 1/4th inch thick. Lay the pieces of dough on top of the berries. I like to leave some of the berries exposed for a pretty presentation.
- Brush the dough topping with the remaining buttermilk using a pastry brush.
- Sprinkle the decorators sugar on top of the dough, if some gets on top of the berries that’s okay.1 tablespoon decorators sugar
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and it’s bubbly along the edges.
- If you are not sure if it is done, you can poke the topping with a toothpick, if it comes out clean it’s ready.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use various toppings on this cobbler, some of my favorites include ice cream, whipped cream, caramel sauce, creme Anglaise, or even vanilla yogurt.
- Add ½ teaspoon of almond extract, strawberry extract, orange extract, or lemon extract to the filling for more depth of flavor. It is always fun to mix it up!
- Some people are not a fan of blackberries since they tend to have larger seeds which are hard to eat. If you are serving this at a party or get-together where you are not sure of individual tastes, I would leave the blackberries out and add more of another berry.
- The filling will thicken as it cools.
- This can be frozen, see how to do that above.
- You can use frozen berries, see how we do that above.
Nutrition
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