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Easy Mixed Berry Cobbler

posted by Liz Berg on July 1, 2021 (updated 1/14/24)

Using self-rising flour and a can of sweetened condensed milk makes this Easy Mixed Berry Cobbler a breeze to prepare!

With fresh summer berries and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this comforting cobbler recipe is incredibly tasty, super simple, and beautiful!

A serving of Easy Mixed Berry Cobbler on a white dessert plate with a scoop of ice cream and fresh berries.

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1 Why this Berry Cobbler Works

2 How to Make

3 Expert Tips

4 Frequently Asked Questions

5 You May Also Like:

6 Easy Mixed Berry Cobbler

Why this Berry Cobbler Works

When I spotted an easy blueberry cobbler in Cook’s Country, I knew it would be perfect for our weekly family Sunday dinner. It passed their testing panel and my family’s scrutiny as well.
It’s super easy and perfect for summer dining.
Only one bowl and minimal ingredients are needed!

How to Make

Make the batter and pour into the prepared baking dish.
Scattered the berries over the batter.

Sprinkle the berries with sugar.
Bake as directed, cool briefly, then serve with vanilla ice cream.

Expert Tips

There are only a few times of the year when berries are both sweet and flavorful. If you like to pick your own berries, this Ultimate Guide to Summer Berry Picking will come in very handy. Using seasonal fruit is key for making a flavorful cobbler recipe. I found ripe beautiful blueberries and raspberries in the market it was time to test out a mixed berry cobbler.

Cobblers can have a variety of toppings, batter, biscuit, even pie crust. This easy cobbler recipe was a bit different as the batter was added to the baking dish, then the fruit was just sprinkled over the batter.
To make this cobbler recipe super simple, the flour, leavening, and salt were replaced with self-rising flour. Note that self-rising flour contains baking powder, which does have an expiration date. Since I rarely use self-rising flour, I prefer making a couple of cups of my own mixture and storing a small amount instead of a whole box.
PRO-Tip: To make 2 cups of self-rising flour, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder (make sure it hasn’t expired), and ½ teaspoon of salt. Store any leftovers in a sealed container and mark with the expiration date on your baking powder.
Another shortcut is using sweetened condensed milk for part of the sweetener and the liquid. There’s also a little milk and some sugar dusted over the fruit before baking.
Serve warm with some sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Feel free to use 2 cups of a single berry instead of mixed berries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries (sliced or diced) work well.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Cobbler?

A cobbler is a fruit dessert with a biscuit or cake batter-like topping. The baked result often looks “cobbled” with dollops of topping between the fruit, thus the name. These desserts were first made in the 1850s. Crisps and crumbles, on the other hand, have more of a crumb topping, sometimes including oatmeal. They became popular later, in the early 1900s.

Why Make a Cobbler?

First, it’s an easy way to make a fruit dessert. A cobbler is definitely easier than making a pie. This recipe can easily be adapted to use different fruit, like one single berry or diced peaches, or sauteed apple cubes. The flavors can change with the seasons! Also, the ingredients are easy to obtain, plus no special equipment is needed!

What Kind of Berries Can I Use in a Berry Cobbler?

You can easily use just one berry or even four different berries. Just use the best, ripest seasonal berries that you love. There are no strawberries or blackberries in this cobbler, but they’d both be delicious additions.

Can Frozen Berries Be Used in a Cobbler?

Yes, frozen berries will definitely work, though they’re most often juicier than fresh berries. It would be wise to toss your frozen berries with 2 tablespoons of flour to compensate for the extra liquid (this also helps prevent them from sinking). Or just enjoy a juicier berry cobbler. Do not thaw the berries first and extend the baking time as needed.