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Fruit Cobbler Perfection: A Sweet and Crumbly Treat

Get Ready for a Delicious Dessert

When it comes to fruit cobbler recipes, the topping is what sets them apart. Some prefer a crumbly crust, while others like it biscuity. This easy recipe, inspired by Emeril Lagasse, falls into the latter category, featuring a cornmeal biscuit topping and a sweet fruit filling.

The Perfect Filling

To ensure a thick and flavorful filling, heat fresh cherries with white and brown sugars, orange juice, and a touch of cornstarch in a skillet. This step is crucial, as it prevents the filling from becoming too watery during baking.

The Biscuit Topping

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. Add cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Then, stir in an egg and milk mixture to form a soft, crumbly dough.

Assembling the Cobbler

Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit topping onto the fruit filling and bake until golden brown and bubbly. Let it cool for at least 20 minutes before serving. Enjoy plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Recipe Details

Yield: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

For the filling:

• 6 cups fresh sweet cherries, pitted
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 4 teaspoons cornstarch

For the biscuit topping:

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cornmeal
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup milk