Cherry Cobbler is the perfect summer dessert! Rainier cherries are added to this easy cobbler recipe to make a delightful, fruity dessert for your next summer gathering with friends and family.
What are Rainier Cherries?
Washington State is where Rainier cherries are grown each summer. They are named after Mount Rainier. These little gems are delicate and sweet, making them the perfect addition to summer salads and desserts. They are colorful cherries with a vibrant yellow skin with a beautiful red blush. Rainier cherries are available in most local grocery stores in mid-summer.
Rainier cherries were developed at Washington State University by combining two varieties, Bing cherries with Van cherries. They contain roughly 20% natural sugar resulting in a sweet bite of fruit…and a truly memorable summer dessert in this recipe for Cherry Cobbler.
How to easily remove cherry pits?
There are a few easy ways to accomplish this task.
- Removing the pits from cherries sounds like a hassle, but it really takes very little time. Use a cherry pitter that is sturdy and easy to wash. Many of them can remove the pits from cherries and olives, serving two purposes.
- If you don’t have a cherry pitter, remove the cherry pits with a sharp paring knife and a small spoon. Begin by removing the stems. Then, simply cut each cherry in half by running your knife through the center until you hit the pit, then rotate the knife until you’ve cut all the way around the cherry. Twist each half to separate. Now use a small spoon to remove the pit from the other half. It takes about 8 minutes to remove the pits from 3 cups of cherries.
Combine these sweet cherries with an easy cobbler recipe to make one of the best summer desserts! Here’s what you’ll need to make Cherry Cobbler.
Key Ingredients
BUTTER– Add melted butter to the bottom of a baking dish to blend with the batter while baking. This makes a buttery cobbler.
CHERRIES– Use 3 cups of pitted Rainier cherries for this recipe. You can use Bing Cherries as a substitution.
BATTER– The batter consists of all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar and milk.
LEMON– Add fresh lemon juice to the cherries to preserve their color and balance the sweetness in this dessert.
You’re going to love how easily this recipe comes together. You’ll begin to smell the sweet cherries as the cobbler bakes in the oven. Serve Cherry Cobbler with cold vanilla ice cream for the best summer dessert.
How to make Cherry Cobbler?
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the butter in the bottom of a 13×9-inch baking dish. Place the dish in the oven to melt the butter.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and milk. Whisk until combined. Remove the baking dish from the oven and pour batter over the butter. Do not stir.
- Combine pitted cherries and lemon juice in a small bowl. Layer the cherries evenly over the batter. Sprinkle the cobbler with one teaspoon of granulated sugar.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. The top of the dessert will be golden brown. Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow to cool for 20 minutes. Recipe makes 12 servings.
Serve this delightfully sweet summer dessert with creamy vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a truly special treat. We often eat it for breakfast, too!
More of the Best Summer Desserts:
- Tennessee Peach Pudding
- Blackberry Cobbler
- Banana Pudding Mason Jar Desserts
- Mixed Berry Pretzel Dessert
- Peach and Blueberry Galette
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Cherry Cobbler
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3 cups cherries, pitted
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, for sprinkling over top before baking
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the butter in the bottom of a 13×9-inch baking dish. Place the dish in the oven to melt the butter.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and milk. Whisk until combined. Remove the baking dish from the oven and pour batter over the butter. Do not stir.
- Combine pitted cherries and lemon juice in a small bowl. Layer the cherries evenly over the batter. Sprinkle the cobbler with one teaspoon of granulated sugar.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. The top of the dessert will be golden brown. Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow to cool for 20 minutes. Recipe makes 12 servings.
Equipment
- 1 13×9 inch baking dish
- 1 medium, bowl
- 1 paring knife, or cherry pitter
- 1 whisk
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Whether you use Rainier or Bing cherries, you’re going to love this summertime treat!