Mary Berry Fruit Cobbler Recipe

This warm, comforting Mary Berry Fruit Cobbler is made with mixed berries and a buttery scone topping, and ready in 55 minutes. The golden, crusty dough soaks up the bubbling, vibrant fruit juices right as it comes out of the oven. I always reach for this recipe when I need a quick dessert that feels incredibly nostalgic.

Why This Classic Works

I used to overcomplicate fruit desserts by making intricate pastry crusts from scratch. Then I realised a simple drop-biscuit topping creates the exact rustic texture I actually prefer.

The self-raising flour gives the dough a wonderful lift while baking over the hot fruit. It creates a tender crumb that pairs flawlessly with the sharp, sweet filling.

Mary Berry Fruit Cobbler Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 800g mixed fruit (apples, peeled and sliced, and blackberries)
• 100g caster sugar
• 1 tbsp cornflour

For the Cobbler Topping:

• 225g self-raising flour
• 100g cold butter, cubed
• 50g caster sugar
• 1 large egg
• 150ml whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

How To Make Mary Berry Fruit Cobbler

1. Prepare the fruit: Preheat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan). Toss the mixed fruit, caster sugar, and cornflour in a large baking dish until coated.
2. Rub the butter: In a mixing bowl, rub the cold butter into the self-raising flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
3. Form the dough: Stir in the caster sugar. Whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla together, then gently fold into the dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
4. Top the cobbler: Spoon rough dollops of the dough evenly over the prepared fruit mixture.
5. Bake until golden: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown and cooked through.

Recipe Tips

• Use cold butter: Keeping the butter chilled ensures the topping bakes up light and flaky rather than dense.
• Do not overmix: Stir the liquid into the dry ingredients just until combined to prevent tough dough.
• Thicken the fruit: Do not skip the cornflour, as it stops the natural fruit juices from turning the base soggy.

What To Serve With Fruit Cobbler

Serve this warm cobbler with a generous pour of chilled double cream or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. A side of hot English breakfast tea cuts through the sweetness nicely.

How To Store

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can freeze the baked cobbler for up to three months, thawing overnight before reheating in a warm oven.

FAQs

Can I use frozen fruit?

Yes, you can use frozen berries directly from the freezer. You may need to add five extra minutes to the baking time to ensure the filling cooks through.

Why did my cobbler topping sink?

This usually happens if the fruit mixture was too watery or the oven temperature was too low. The cornflour helps absorb excess moisture from the fruit.

Can I use plain flour?

If you only have plain flour, you can easily adapt the recipe. Just add two teaspoons of baking powder to replicate the lift of self-raising flour.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380 kcal
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Cholesterol: 55 mg
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 58 g
• Protein: 5 g

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• Mary Berry Fruit Compote Recipe
• Mary Berry Fruit Salad Recipe
• Mary Berry Fruit Loaf Recipe