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This bubbly berry cobbler with an oaty, cinnamon-y crumb topping will make your kitchen smell like your favorite bakery in under an hour. Served warm, fresh out of the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, you won’t have any leftovers!
If you love a fruit cobbler as much as I do, make sure to also check out my easy blackberry cobbler, crockpot cherry cobbler, and crockpot peach cobbler.
What You’ll Need For Mixed Berry Cobbler
- Berries: Use your favorite kind, a combination of blueberries, blackberries, strawberries work great (frozen berries require thawing and draining)
- Sugar: Granulated sugar lets berry flavor shine
- Flour: Combination of flour and cornstarch for best texture
- Cornstarch: Helps thicken filling
- Salt: Balances flavors
- Flour: Use all-purpose flour, avoid whole-wheat to prevent earthy flavor
- Oats: Old-fashioned oats for topping, quick oats make it rubbery
- Sugar: Brown sugar for caramel flavor or granulated sugar
- Salt: Adds balance
- Cinnamon: Adds warmth, optional nutmeg pinch
- Butter: Unsalted, for richness
How to Make Cobbler
- Prep:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish.
- Filling:
- Combine berries, half the sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt in skillet. Mix well and spread evenly.
- Topping:
- Mix crumble ingredients in bowl until sandy with coarse lumps.
- Assemble:
- Spread topping evenly over filling and gently press down.
- Bake:
- Bake until filling bubbles and topping is golden, about 35–40 minutes. Let rest before serving.
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Tips for Success
- Avoid kneading the crumble topping to keep it sandy and coarse
- Let cobbler rest 10 minutes after baking to thicken filling
- Use a 9x9-inch baking dish if a cast-iron skillet is unavailable
- Frozen berries work if thawed and drained
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Cobbler Variations
- Vegan: Replace butter with margarine or coconut butter
- Tart: Add lemon juice or zest to filling
- Biscuit Topping: Use cinnamon sugar biscuit dough dropped on top and bake 40–50 minutes
- Pie Crust Topping: Try a pie crust alternative
- More Fruits: Add peaches, apricots, cherries, or cranberries
- Add Nuts: Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch
How to Store & Reheat Leftovers
Refrigerate cooled cobbler in airtight container up to 5 days. Reheat in microwave for up to 1 minute or oven at 375°F for 10 minutes. Freezing not recommended due to topping texture changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use frozen berries?
Yes, just make sure they're fully thawed and drained of excess liquid to avoid a watery filling.
- → What kind of oats should I use?
Old-fashioned oats are best for a crisp topping. Avoid quick oats as they can turn rubbery.
- → How do I know the cobbler is done baking?
It's ready when the filling is bubbling and the crumble is golden brown across the top.
- → Can I make this cobbler vegan?
Yes, you can use margarine or coconut butter in place of regular butter for a vegan version.
- → What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
- → Can I add other fruits?
Absolutely. Try swapping in diced peaches, cherries, cranberries, or apricots for a fun variation.