Description
This Crockpot Blueberry Peach Cobbler is a delicious, easy-to-make dessert featuring a juicy blend of fresh or frozen blueberries and peaches topped with a buttery oat crust. Slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot, it yields a warm, bubbly fruit filling with a golden, tender topping that’s perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight treats.
Ingredients
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Fruit Mixture
- 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 4 cups fresh or frozen peaches, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the blueberries and sliced peaches. If using frozen fruit, there is no need to thaw it before mixing.
- Season the Fruit: Add granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Gently toss the fruit so it’s well coated with the mixture.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Spread the prepared fruit mixture evenly in the bottom of your crockpot.
- Make the Topping Mixture: In a separate bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients to Topping: Pour in the melted butter and milk into the dry ingredients. Optionally, add almond extract. Mix gently until just combined; a few lumps are acceptable for texture.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Spoon the topping evenly over the fruit mixture in the crockpot, covering the fruit as best as possible.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours. Begin checking for doneness around the 4-hour mark.
- Optional Thickening Step: If desired, remove the lid during the last hour of cooking to help thicken the cobbler topping.
- Check for Doneness: The cobbler is ready when the fruit filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Insert a toothpick into the topping; it should come out clean.
- Serve: Scoop out portions ensuring to get some fruit and topping together.
- Optional Garnishes: Serve warm in bowls, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.
- Final Touch: For extra flavor, sprinkle with cinnamon or drizzle caramel sauce over the cobbler before serving.
Notes
- You can use either fresh or frozen fruit; no need to thaw frozen fruit before making the cobbler.
- Cooking time may vary slightly based on your crockpot model; start checking at 4 hours.
- Removing the lid during the last hour helps the topping crisp up more.
- Almond extract in the topping is optional but adds a lovely nutty flavor.
- This dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
