Celebrate the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Berry Cobbler, featuring a medley of juicy berries topped with a light and fluffy cake. This dessert combines the tartness of blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries with a sweet, tender topping, making it the perfect treat for warm weather days and beyond.
Why You'll Love This: This Berry Cobbler is not only visually appealing with its colorful berry mix but also offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. The addition of lemon juice enhances the berries' freshness, while the soft cake layer provides a comforting contrast to the juicy filling beneath. It's easy to prepare and even easier to fall in love with, making it a must-try for berry lovers.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for picnics, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a refreshing and straightforward dessert. It's also a fantastic way to use up any summer berries you might have, and it pairs wonderfully with a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Decoration Tips: Serve each portion of cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to add richness. For a decorative touch, sprinkle some powdered sugar over the top or garnish with fresh mint leaves for added color and freshness.
Ingredients:
- For the cake:
- 100g granulated sugar
- 10g vanilla sugar
- 30g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 125ml milk
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the filling:
- 75g each of blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries
- 10g granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease a 23cm baking pan with butter.
- Prepare the cake batter:
- In a bowl, mix together granulated sugar, melted butter, and egg until well combined.
- Stir in the milk.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Prepare the filling:
- In another bowl, toss the berries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
- Sprinkle lemon juice over the berries and gently mix to combine.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Evenly distribute the berry mixture over the cake batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cobbler to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before serving.
Serve this luscious Berry Cobbler warm, ideally with a scoop of your favorite ice cream, for a truly delightful dessert experience that captures the essence of summer in every bite!