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Published: Aug 14, 2020 · Modified: May 22, 2021 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Cherry Cobbler

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Cherry cobbler with a biscuit topping on a white plate.

Fresh picked sour pie cherries made into a delicious Cherry Cobbler. This classic dessert is easy to make and can be made with fresh or frozen cherries.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Cherry cobbler with red sour cherries topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Table of Contents
Sour cherries
Easy to make cobbler
Can I use frozen cherries?
Substitutions and Variations
Frequently asked questions
More Cherry Recipes
Cherry Cobbler

Sour cherries

We planted several fruit trees when we first built our house 15 years ago. We started them as very small saplings and most produce fruit every year.

One of my favorite trees is our sour cherry tree, or a pie cherry tree. This tree doesn't produce a lot of cherries, but we do get enough to make a cobbler and a cherry pie every year. Sometimes I have a bit more and I freeze a bag of cherries to use later in the year.

My grandmother always had a pie cherry tree so it was a must for our homestead too. Pie cherries are different than other cherries, like our bing cherry tree. First, they are very tart or sour. They are also a very soft juicy berry. I usually try to use these the same day I pick them. These cherries are most often used for baking and not for snacking like sweet cherries.

Pie cherries are difficult to find in most stores, because the shelf live is so short. You might be able to find them at your local farmer's market or in the freezer section in some stores.

Fresh picked cherries in a white bowl and on a blue board.

Easy to make cobbler

This cobbler really is easy to make. You can mix the biscuit topping by hand or in a food processor.

  1. Mix pitted cherries with sugar and flour.
  2. Add to a greased baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt and baking powder.
  4. Mix in cold butter. I use my hands and gently smear the butter between my thumb and fingers into the flour mixture.
  5. Add milk and stir just until incorporated.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough on top of prepared cherries
  7. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes
  • Pie cherries mixed with sugar and flour.
  • Cherry mixture in a baking dish.
  • Flour in a bowl with small cubes of butter.
  • Flour mixture in a white bowl.
  • Biscuit dough in a white bowl.
  • Biscuit dough on top of cherries in a baking dish.

Can I use frozen cherries?

Yes, you can use frozen cherries in this cobbler. Add frozen cherries to a bowl and allow cherries to thaw. Do not discard any of the juices. Follow directions for making with fresh cherries. 

Cherry cobbler with a biscuit topping.

Substitutions and Variations

This biscuit topping can be used as a cobbler topping for almost any type of fruit cobbler. Some substitutions and variations include:

  • Use cherry pie filling - buy canned or make your own. Just add filling to a greased pan and add biscuit topping
  • Use fresh sweet cherries - Make filling using just a ½ cup of sugar and 3 Tablespoons of flour
  • Add ground cinnamon - add ½ teaspoon to the filling and ½ a teaspoon to the flour in the biscuit topping
  • For a slightly different taste, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar in the filling
Cherry cobbler on a plate and in a casserole dish.

Frequently asked questions

How many pounds of fresh cherries do I need?

You'll need approximately 2 pounds of fresh cherries for this recipe. Once pitted, it will equal about 6 cups of cherries.

Can I make this cobbler ahead of time?

This cobbler is best served the same day it is made. You can make in the morning and serve for dessert in the evening.

What do I serve with cherry cobbler?

This cobbler can be eaten by itself or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It's also delicious with a dollop of whipped cream or even a drizzle of heavy cream.

Baked cherry cobbler with a biscuit topping in a glass casserole dish.

More Cherry Recipes

Looking for more ways to use cherries? Check out these delicious recipes:

  • cherry pie filling
  • cherry cake
  • cherry almond crisp
  • cherry muffins
A scoop of ice cream on top of a sweet biscuit and cherries.

Another great cobbler recipe is this peach cobbler. 

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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Cherry cobbler with red sour cherries topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Cherry Cobbler

Kathy
Cherry cobbler made with fresh sour pie cherries and topped with an easy biscuit topping.
5 from 18 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 356 kcal

Equipment

  • Cherry Pitter
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Ingredients
  

Biscuit Topping

  • 1 ½ cup flour
  • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 6 Tablespoons butter (cut into small pieces)
  • ⅔ cup milk

Filling

  • 6 cup fresh sour cherries (pitted)
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional - for sprinkling on top of dough)

Instructions
 

Biscuit Topping

  • In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
  • Mix in butter with a pastry blender or your fingers until mixture is crumbly.
  • Add milk and stir just until combined. 

Filling

  • Combine cherries, sugar and flour in a bowl. Stir until combined.

Assembly of Cobbler

  • Place filling in a greased 8 x 10" baking dish. 
  • Place large spoonfuls of biscuit dough on top of the filling.
  • Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar on top of biscuit dough.
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 30 minutes. 

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Notes

  • You will need approximately 2 pounds of freshly picked cherries to make this recipe
  • Serve warm or at room temperature
  • Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream or enjoy plain

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 159mgPotassium: 433mgFiber: 3gSugar: 41gVitamin A: 362IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 2mg
Keyword cherry cobbler, cherry desserts
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This recipe was originally published in August of 2017. The photos and recipe have been updated.

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Comments

  1. Rahul @samosastreet says

    August 21, 2020 at 11:06 pm

    I will definitely try this recipe. I made an easy peach cobbler the other day and it was great. But I wanted to find one for cherry and this looks great. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 22, 2020 at 5:49 am

      Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
      • judy houston says

        May 02, 2021 at 2:38 pm

        This recipe calls for a 9 x 13” pan and also an 8 x 10” pan.

      • Kathy says

        May 02, 2021 at 2:50 pm

        Hi Judy,
        Sorry for the confusion! And you are right, I have both sizes in the instructions! The size I use most often is the 8x10. I'll need to go back and correct the recipe to reflect. Thanks you for letting me know!
        Kathy 🙂

  2. Valentina says

    August 19, 2020 at 12:24 pm

    5 stars
    Such a beautiful and comforting dessert! And lucky you to have a cherry tree! Delicious fruit and I imagine it has beautiful flowers in the spring. 🙂 ~Valentina

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 19, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      The flowers are beautiful, but they only seem to stick around for a few days and then they are gone!

      Reply
  3. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    August 17, 2020 at 6:20 am

    5 stars
    Lucky you with the cherry tree! We tried to grow one, but didn't work out for us. Love cherries, though, so usually get at the grocery now. This cobbler looks like a must try! Great way to kick off the week 🙂

    Reply
  4. David @ Spiced says

    August 17, 2020 at 5:25 am

    5 stars
    I'm impressed the birds didn't eat all of your cherries! This sounds like a delicious way to use that small crop of yearly cherries, too. I do love cobblers, and the ice cream on top is a requirement! Now I'm craving cherry cobbler... 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 17, 2020 at 5:43 am

      Luckily we haven't had a problem with the birds. If we did, I'd have to be out there fighting them for the cherries!

      Reply
  5. Alex says

    August 14, 2020 at 3:56 pm

    5 stars
    How delicious, Kathy! This is the perfect dessert 🙂
    I cannot wait to have some fruit trees one day!!!

    Reply
  6. Mystifiedme says

    October 22, 2018 at 11:38 am

    5 stars
    Thanks for this. I’m going to make it now.

    I always told my boys that the one that found a pit got to do the dishes!😂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      October 22, 2018 at 5:48 pm

      What a great idea! I'm not certain anyone would admit to finding a pit though, but then again, maybe that's the idea! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Agness of Run Agness Run says

    August 25, 2017 at 10:53 am

    Yum! This is my kind of treat, Kathy! Can I use frozen instead of fresh cherries?

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 26, 2017 at 4:52 pm

      Hi Agnes,
      I often use frozen fruit when baking so I think your could use frozen cherries in this cobbler. However, I have only used fresh cherries in this dish so far.

      Reply
  8. Stacey @ The Sugar Coated Cottage says

    August 19, 2017 at 5:42 am

    This is just so summer perfect!! Those cherries are everything!! And that topping. Pinned! Take care.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 19, 2017 at 8:18 am

      There's nothing better than fresh picked cherries!

      Reply
  9. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

    August 17, 2017 at 11:34 am

    That's so exciting that your cherry tree is finally producing enough fruit to make this cobbler!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 19, 2017 at 8:17 am

      I'm just hoping it will have tons next year!

      Reply
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