Fourth of July Dessert
A simple, festive cherry cobbler perfect for celebrating Independence Day. Fresh cherries baked under a golden crust, easy to prepare and crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh cherries pitted and halved
- 1 cup sugar divided
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour for topping
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix fresh cherries with 1/2 cup sugar. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar.
- Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Pour cherry mixture into the baking dish.
- Spoon the batter evenly over the cherries.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until topping is golden brown and cherries are bubbling.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Can be made gluten-free by substituting flour with a gluten-free mix.