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Easy Mixed Berry Cobbler with Buttermilk Biscuit Topping

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Make this easy mixed berry cobbler using fresh or frozen berries for a warm, juicy summer dessert. The tender buttermilk biscuit topping bakes golden brown, making this a perfect, rustic dessert for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for brushing)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or similar baking dish.
  2. Prepare the berry filling: In a bowl, gently toss the mixed berries with the granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Pour this mixture into your prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare the buttermilk biscuit topping: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Pour in the buttermilk and stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the berry filling. It is fine if some berries show through.
  7. Brush the tops of the biscuits lightly with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the berry filling is bubbly.
  9. Let the cobbler cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving warm, perhaps with vanilla ice cream topping.

Notes

  • If you use frozen berries, do not thaw them first; the cornstarch will help thicken the juices as they bake.
  • For a richer topping flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the buttermilk with heavy cream.
  • This recipe works well with a triple berry combination or any mix of seasonal fruit.

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