Crispy Cranberry Cobbler Recipe – Easy Homemade Tart Dessert Perfect for Holidays Recipe
This Crispy Cranberry Cobbler is a delightful and easy-to-make holiday dessert featuring tart cranberries baked under a golden, buttery topping. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive occasion, it pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a comforting and flavorful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fruit Filling
- 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (about 330g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
For Serving (Optional)
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Make Fruit Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, flour, orange zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Toss until the cranberries are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Transfer Filling to Baking Dish: Pour the cranberry mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and gently spread it out.
- Prepare Topping Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for the topping to ensure even distribution of the leavening agent.
- Prepare Topping Wet Ingredients: In another small bowl, whisk the egg and melted butter until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the topping tender.
- Assemble Cobbler: Spoon dollops of the topping mixture over the cranberry filling, gently spreading it. It’s okay if some cranberries peek through the topping.
- Add Coarse Sugar: Sprinkle coarse sugar evenly over the topping to add extra crunch and a slightly caramelized texture once baked (optional).
- Bake the Cobbler: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges. If the topping starts to brown too quickly, tent the dish with foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired for a creamy contrast to the tart berries and crispy topping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute the butter with coconut oil or plant-based butter alternatives.
- If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time to compensate for the temperature.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar or chopped nuts on top for additional texture and crunch.
- Allow the cobbler to cool before serving for best texture, as the filling will thicken as it cools.
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