This Cherry Cobbler is loaded with juicy cherries and a unique topping that tastes like a buttery biscuit and a vanilla sugar cookie! This recipe can be made with fresh cherries or frozen cherries, making it accessible all year long.
Check out my tested and perfected techniques for the perfect cobbler. Try my other cobbler recipes, too: peach cobbler, apple cobbler, mixed berry cobbler.
So delicious, the extra topping brings this to a whole new level. Can’t wait to try it with all kinds of fruit. ★★★★★
– Sue
What sets this recipe apart
Fresh or frozen cherries: You can bake this cobbler with frozen cherries year round or fresh cherries in the summer.
Unique topping: Unlike a typical biscuit or cake-like cobbler topping this one tastes similar to a buttery sugar cookie! It adds great flavor and texture.
Almond and vanilla extract: Vanilla is a natural flavor pairing in most cobbler recipes, but this recipe also includes a touch of almond extract. It elevates the flavor of the cherries!
How to make cherry cobbler : 3 steps
See recipe card for detailed recipe.
Step 1
Combine filling ingredients: cherries, flour, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla. Place in a baking dish.
Step 2
Combine topping ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, extracts, and melted butter.
Step 3
Place the topping over the fruit and bake!
Fresh cherries or frozen cherries
Fresh cherries: I like this recipe best when made with fresh cherries because they hold their shape better after baking. Adjust the sugar in the filling depending on how sweet your cherries are. You will need about 5 cups of fresh cherries, just under 2 pounds.
Frozen cherries: If using frozen cherries you will want to thaw the cherries in the refrigerator for several hours before assembly. Drain off the excess liquid before combining the filling ingredients. I recommend adding about 1 cup more of frozen cherries than you would fresh cherries, because the frozen cherries will slump down a bit when baking.
Recipe
Cherry Cobbler (Fresh or Frozen Cherries)
Ingredients
Filling:
- 5-6 cups sweet cherries, pitted, fresh or frozen thawed (see note)
- 2-4 tablespoons granulated sugar, adjust based on the sweetness of your cherries
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon pure almond extract
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour OR 3 tablespoons if using frozen cherries
Topping (see note):
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon pure almond extract
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
Filling:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, gently stir together all filling ingredients (make sure you read the notes regarding fresh vs frozen cherries). Transfer to an 8×8 baking pan and spread into an even layer.
Topping:
- In a medium bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the vanilla extract, almond extract, and melted butter and stir until fully combined. The mixture will resemble a cross between a crumb topping and a sugar cookie dough.
- Press pieces of the topping together with your fingers to form flat irregular shaped pieces. Place the pieces of topping all over the top of the cherries. Bake for 30-45 minutes, until the cherries are bubbling around the edges and the topping is light golden brown. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool for about 20 minutes. The juices will thicken up a bit as it cools.
Notes
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Nutrition
Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.
Tried this recipe?Leave a comment and rating below!
Linda says
Could I use canned dark sweet pitted cherries?
Allison says
I’m not sure, I’ve only made the recipe as written. I’d assume so but you’d have to play around with it.
Tina Vickrey says
The absolute BEST cherry cobbler I have ever tasted! And soooo easy!
Allison says
I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Danielle says
What about fresh cherries picked right from the tree that have been pitted and frozen? Would you still use the additional flour and would you still use 6 cups instead of 5? The cherries have only been frozen for no more than a week.
Allison says
The additional flour will depend how much moisture they have after thawing. You can use between 5 and 6 cups, your preference. If you want it heavier on the fruit go with the larger amount. Enjoy!
Amy says
I followed the recipe exactly as written using frozen thawed cherries (6 cups). I thought this dish was delicious and so did my husband. I will definitely make again.
Allison says
I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Michelle Perrine says
I started making this about 8 months ago. It’s a favorite in our house, and we’ve tried it with every berry you can think of. The almond extract just gives it a nice oomph in flavor. I’ve substituted fresh clementine and orange juice for the lemon when I don’t have lemons on hand.
Michelle Perrine says
I meant to give it 5 stars, lol!
Laura says
Easy and delicious! Everyone wanted seconds 🙂 Thanks for posting this delicious recipe.
Allison says
You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Sarah says
Just finished a lovely dish of this cobbler and am so pleased!! I followed the recipe as is and baked in a deep dish glass round pie pan. The sweet tart balance offset by the almond extract while using easy frozen cherries is amazing. Will keep this recipe on hand for entertaining. Thank you!
Allison says
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Lisa Q says
Really great filling! Added extra cherries of course😆 I think fresh cherries are the key, will use sour cherries in the future. Love the sweet/tart combo thing. The one thing I’d change is backing off the sugar in the topping recipe. The topping flavor was good, but so sweet it was crunchy. Thanks for the recipe!
Allison says
You’re welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Sue says
Absolutely delicious!!!!
Allison says
I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Kathy says
Made this recipe tonight. With fresh cherries.Was Absolutely Delicious 😋 So easy to put together ❤😋 will definitely add this to my recipe to my collection.
Allison says
That’s great to hear. 🙂
Sherry H says
This is a delicious cobbler, especially for being so quick and easy to make. I only had about 2 cups of frozen cherries so I divided all of the filling ingredients by three, but I made the full amount of the topping. What I had left over I spread out on a piece of aluminum foil and cooked like a cookie. It was freaking delicious! I am adding this recipe to my go to cookie section.
Allison says
Great idea! Thanks for sharing your experience. 🙂
Iris says
Delicious and tasty! Will definitely make again😊
Allison says
I’m so glad! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂