This vegan blueberry-blackberry cobbler recipe is so easy and delicious! Fruit cobblers are the ultimate comforting dessert suitable for any time of the year. The burst of bright, warm, sweet-tart fruit woven throughout a buttery, crispy, and cake-like crust always hits the spot!
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a twist on tradition – a festive berry cobbler that defies seasonal norms. While berry cobblers typically evoke thoughts of summer sun, this vegan recipe welcomes winter coziness with jammy mixed berries and a buttery crust. This fusion not only adds a burst of color to your Christmas table but also provides an unexpected dessert next to pumpkin or sweet potato pies. This cobbler is as easy as pie!
What Is A Cobbler, Exactly?
Cobbler, the quintessential American dessert, has a charming history that’s as humble as it is delicious. The term “cobbler” itself, it’s believed, stems from the resemblance of the irregularly placed dough patches to cobblestone streets. This classic treat traces its roots back to early American settlers who, faced with the scarcity of ingredients, developed creative ways to enjoy seasonal fruits.
Originally, cobblers were made with a simple, biscuit-like topping dropped unevenly onto fresh or canned fruit. The dish evolved across regions, with variations like the Southern cobbler featuring a thicker, cake-like crust. Over time, cobbler has maintained its enduring appeal, thanks to its simplicity and versatility.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Blueberry-Blackberry Cobbler
This cobbler is made by mixing together a simple batter, scraping it into a skillet, and topping it with berries. While baking, the crust rises up between the berries, creating a cake-like texture in the middle with a chewier texture towards the edges. Frozen berries work perfectly in this batter, making it a simple and cost-effective choice. Adding lime and lime zest adds the right amount of tart and tang to make the berries really sing.
Key Ingredients
This vegan blueberry blackberry cobbler uses frozen blackberries and blueberries for a jammy interior that pops. The batter is super simple, mostly using ingredients you likely already have on hand!
Frozen Blackberries: These luscious, deep-purple berries contribute a bold and sweet-tart flavor to the filling, offering a burst of juicy richness that complements the overall sweetness of the cobbler.
Frozen Blueberries: Bringing a vibrant burst of sweetness and a slightly different texture, these blueberries complement the blackberries, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
Sugar: The sugar serves as a sweetener to balance the natural tartness of the berries, creating a delicious syrupy consistency as the cobbler bakes, enhancing the overall sweetness of the dish.
Lime Juice and Zest: The lime zest and juice add a refreshing citrusy brightness to the filling, elevating the flavor profile with an acidic note that perfectly complements the sweetness of the berries.
Melted Vegan Butter: Adding a rich, buttery undertone to the batter, melted vegan butter ensures a moist and flavorful foundation for the cobbler, enhancing its overall richness.
Sugar: Sweetening the batter, sugar harmonizes with the berries, contributing to the caramelization of the edges during baking and providing an essential sweetness to the entire dish.
Soymilk: Introducing a creamy and slightly nutty texture, soymilk enriches the batter, contributing to the overall richness of the cobbler.
All-Purpose Flour: Serving as the structural foundation for the batter, all-purpose flour ensures the cobbler achieves the perfect balance of tenderness and density as it bakes.
Baking Powder: Acting as a leavening agent, baking powder helps the cobbler achieve its light and fluffy texture.
Salt: This enhances the flavors in both the filling and batter, balancing out the sweetness and contributing to the overall taste profile of the cobbler.
How To Make This Recipe
This recipe has two parts: a simple batter and a simple filling. In under an hour, you’ll have the best vegan cobbler ready!
Step One: Make The Filling
Combine the frozen berries and toss with sugar, lime zest, and lime juice. Set aside while you make your simple batter.
Step Two: Pull Together The Batter
Combine the liquid ingredients. Sift in the flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir very gently to combine. The batter will be a little lumpy. Take care not to overmix!
Step Three: Assemble The Cobbler
Lightly oil a cast iron skillet (you can also use a glass Pyrex dish). Scrape the batter into the skillet, then carefully add the berries to the top.
Step Four: Bake The Cobbler
Bake at 375 for 45 minutes. It’s done when the edges are golden brown. Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
How To Serve
Serve this cobbler with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream or dairy-free whipped cream. Let it melt into all the nooks and crannies for the perfect bite! Serve directly out of the skillet if you’d like.
Can I Use Other Fruit In This Cobbler?
Absolutely! Here are other fruits you can use in this recipe. If you’d like to use fresh fruit, just mix with a cornstarch slurry (2 teaspoons cornstarch blended with 4-5 teaspoons of water). This will prevent the cobbler from getting soggy during the baking time.
- Cherries – Make your cobbler tart! Add a bit of balsamic vinegar or cranberries for a festive touch.
- Peaches – Better suited for the summer, this would be amazing with fresh, ripe peaches.
- Plums – Add warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice for a cozy-feeling pie.
- Raspberries – Combine with peaches for a sweet summer treat.
- Strawberries – Mix with plumbs for a beautiful winter cobbler!
How To Store This Vegan Blueberry-Blackberry Cobbler
This cobbler can be covered and stored at room temperature for a day or two. Do not leave it in the cast iron skillet, if using one. Transfer to a refrigerator if left out for longer.
More Fruit Recipes To Love!
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- Making this Toasted Muesli Recipe couldn’t be easier. Dried blueberries, cherries, and golden berries create a tart and sweet breakfast that’s delicious and filling!
- This Mixed Berry Salad with Sweet Lime Dressing is the perfect cool-down dish for summer!
FAQs
Vegan cobbler is made with fruit, vegan butter, plant-based milk, flour, baking powder, and salt. The crust tastes identical to cobbler made with butter and milk.
Cobbler containing dairy or eggs should be refrigerated after a day to prevent the growth of bacteria. However, if the cobbler is vegan and free from dairy or eggs, it can be left out for up to two days. It can also be refrigerated and reheated later.
Cobbler typically has a biscuit or cake-like texture, creating a thicker and heartier texture. Crumble, on the other hand, features a crumbly, streusel-like topping that’s lighter and more delicate.
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Blueberry-Blackberry Cobbler (Vegan)
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This vegan blueberry-blackberry cobbler offers a tart brightness with a buttery crust. This batter is layered with berries tossed in lime juice, zest, and sugar, then baked to perfection. Each bite has a fluffy, cake-like texture with pops of berries. This easy-to-make recipe will become a fast favorite for parties, get-togethers, or dessert for two.
Ingredients
for the filling
- 2 cups frozen blackberries
- 2 cups frozen blueberries
- 1/3 cup sugar
- zest and juice from one lime
for the batter
- 1/2 cup melted vegan butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup soymilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375.
to make the filling
- Combine the frozen blueberries and blackberries in a medium-sized bowl. Add the sugar, lime juice, and lime zest and toss to coat.
to make the batter
- Combine the melted butter, sugar, and soymilk in a medium-sized bowl. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir gently to combine.
- Grease a 9-inch cast iron pan with a little cooking spray. (You can alternatively use an 11X7 glass casserole dish.) Scrape the batter into the pan or dish.
- Add the berries evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool in the pan before serving. Transfer any leftovers into a container once fully cooled. Store at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
This post was last updated on September 23, 2024.
Katie says
wow wow! minimal effort for delicious results. I didn’t have a lime so I used zest from one lemon and half the juice. used the very cherry berry blend from Trader Joe’s for the frozen fruit. definitely will make again!
erin wysocarski says
So happy you enjoyed it, Katie!