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This easy Cherry Cobbler recipe is a classic homemade dessert made with sweet cherries and a buttery golden topping. Perfect for summer desserts, holidays, and family gatherings.

Cherry Cobbler being served out of the baking dish.
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Cherry Cobbler is a classic homemade dessert that’s simple to make and packed with sweet cherry flavor. With a warm, bubbly cherry filling and a buttery golden topping, this comforting dessert is perfect for family dinners, summer cookouts, and holiday gatherings.

One of the best things about cherry cobbler is how easy it is to prepare. Using simple pantry ingredients, you can have this dessert ready for the oven in just minutes. As it bakes, the cherries become sweet and syrupy while the cobbler topping turns beautifully golden.

Cherry cobbler is especially delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The contrast of warm fruit and cold creamy ice cream makes every bite irresistible.

Whether you’re making dessert for a potluck, holiday dinner, or just a cozy night at home, this easy cherry cobbler recipe is always a crowd favorite.

How to make Cherry Cobbler:

ingredients for the Cherry Cobbler.

Ingredients:

  • Cherry Pie Filing – Cherry pie filling saves time and provides the perfect sweet-tart balance.
  • Butter – Use real butter for the best flavor and golden color in the cobbler topping.
  • Sugar – Sugar sweetens the topping and helps create a lightly crisp golden crust.
  • Vanilla – Vanilla enhances the sweetness and adds a warm bakery-style flavor.
  • All-Purpose Flour – Regular all-purpose flour creates a soft cobbler topping with the perfect texture.
  • Baking Powder – Baking powder helps the cobbler topping rise and become light and fluffy.
top-down view of the Cherry Cobbler served on a white plate.

Directions:

Step One – Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step Two – Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the bottom of an 8×8 baking dish.

Recipe Tip

To add more flavor to your cherry pie filling you can try adding in ½ teaspoon almond extract for classic cherry bakery flavor or add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth.

Cherry Pie Filling in the bottom of the dish.

Step Three – In a mixing bowl, stir together the melted butter, sugar, vanilla, flour, and baking powder just until combined.

Recipe Tip

Do not overmix the batter, this keeps the topping tender. Spoon gently over the cherries rather than stirring.

spooning the crust on top of the cherries.

Step Four – Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and set. Let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tip

The cherry filling will bubble around the edges. Center should look set, not wet.

serving the Cherry Cobler out of the baking dish.

Tips for the Best Cherry Cobbler

Serve it warm
Cherry cobbler tastes best when served warm straight from the oven. Serve with vanilla ice cream on top.

Let it rest before serving
Allowing the cobbler to cool for about 10 minutes helps the filling thicken.

Add extra flavor
A pinch of cinnamon or almond extract pairs beautifully with cherries.

closeup of the Cherry Cobbler in the dish.

How to Store Cherry Cobbler

Store leftover cherry cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

To reheat, warm individual servings in the microwave or reheat the baking dish in a 300°F oven until heated through.

Cherry cobbler can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

serving the Cherry Cobbler with a metal spoon.

Try some of my other favorite Cobblers:

Peach CobblerThe perfect summer treat. This Peach Cobbler is so simple to make and taste amazing. Make with fresh peaches and topped with a thick and crumbly cobbler topping.

Blueberry CobblerThe perfect summer dessert is right here! This Blueberry Cobbler is easy to make and is great in the summer. Don’t forget the ice cream!

Apple CobblerThis Apple Cobbler recipe is simply amazing. It’s so simple to make and is full of flavor. Start with your apple base then add the cobbler topping. All you need to do now is bake and serve. It’s the perfect dessert recipe.

top-down Cherry Cobbler served with ice cream.

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Ingredients 

Filling:

  • 21 oz Cherry pie Filing

Crumble Topping:

  • ½ Cup Butter, (melted)
  • ¾ Cup Sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 Cup All Purpose Flour
  • 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the bottom of an 8×8 baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, stir together the melted butter, sugar, vanilla, flour, and baking powder just until combined. Do not over-mix. Spoon the batter over the cherries, spreading gently.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and set. Let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
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I'm Jennie!ย I'm a busy mom of three and I love cooking and sharing easy recipes. From slow cooker meals to casseroles all my recipes are simple to make and ones the entire family will love.

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