Rustic Summer Berry Cobbler (Printable)

Warm summer berry cobbler with buttery biscuit topping and vanilla scoop, featuring fresh mixed berries.

# What You'll Need:

→ Berry Filling

01 - 4 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Biscuit Topping

07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
12 - 1/2 cup whole milk
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ To Serve

14 - 6 scoops vanilla ice cream

# Step-by-step Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large bowl, combine mixed berries, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Transfer to a 9-inch baking dish.
03 - Whisk together flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
04 - Add cold butter cubes and blend with fingers or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
05 - Stir in milk and vanilla extract gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
06 - Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough evenly over the berries, leaving spaces for steam to escape.
07 - Bake for 35 minutes or until the topping is golden and berries bubble.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
09 - Plate and top each serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It forgives you completely, no fancy technique or perfect timing required.
  • The berries get jammy and sweet while the topping turns golden and crisp at the edges.
  • It tastes like something made with love, even when you're just winging it.
02 -
  • Don't overmix the biscuit dough or it will turn tough and dense instead of tender.
  • Leaving gaps in the topping lets the berries breathe and creates pockets of jammy fruit.
  • If using frozen berries, add them straight from the freezer and bake an extra 5 minutes.
03 -
  • Sprinkle turbinado sugar on the biscuit dough before baking for a sweet, crunchy crust.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom to the berry mixture if you want a little warmth.
  • Use a glass baking dish so you can see when the filling is bubbling and thickened.
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