Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark sweet cherries, pitted and halved: 2 pounds
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes: 1/2 cup
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Milk: 1 cup
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
- 1 hour (includes both baking and cooling time)
Difficulty Level:
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Use your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough onto a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch squares.
- Pour the cherry mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top the cherry mixture with the dough squares.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cobbler is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the cobbler):
- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 14g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy cherry filling
- Golden brown buttery topping
- Warm and comforting dessert
User Comments:
- "This cobbler is absolutely delicious! The cherry filling is perfect, and the topping is so buttery and flaky."
- "I loved the spice combination in this cobbler. It adds a unique and flavorful twist to a classic dessert."
- "This cobbler is easy to make and can be a hit at any gathering."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen pitted cherries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a glass or jar to flatten the dough.
- Serve the cobbler warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
