Description
This Crockpot Blueberry Peach Cobbler is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the juicy sweetness of blueberries and peaches with a buttery oat topping. Slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot, this cobbler is warm, comforting, and perfect for any occasion. Serve it as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an enjoyable treat.
Ingredients
Scale
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: In a large mixing bowl, combine the blueberries and sliced peaches. If you are using frozen fruit, there is no need to thaw it before using.
- Mix Fruit with Seasonings: Add granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the fruit. Gently toss everything together until the fruit is well coated with the sugar and spices.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Spread the fruit mixture evenly in the bottom of your crockpot, creating an even layer for cooking.
- Prepare the Topping Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and baking powder until thoroughly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients to Topping: Pour the melted butter and milk into the dry mixture. Optionally, add almond extract. Stir until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy and not overmixed.
- Top the Fruit: Spoon the prepared topping evenly over the fruit mixture in the crockpot, covering it well.
- Cook the Cobbler: Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours. Begin checking for doneness around the 4-hour mark.
- Thicken the Topping (Optional): For a thicker cobbler topping, remove the lid during the last hour of cooking to let excess moisture evaporate.
- Check for Doneness: The cobbler is ready when the fruit is bubbly and the topping has turned golden brown. Insert a toothpick into the topping; it should come out clean if fully cooked.
- Serve the Cobbler: Scoop out portions ensuring each serving has both the cooked fruit and the topping.
- Enjoy Warm: Serve the cobbler warm in bowls. Optionally, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top for extra indulgence.
- Add Final Touches: For added flavor, sprinkle a dash of cinnamon or drizzle caramel sauce over the cobbler before serving.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen fruit; there is no need to thaw frozen fruits before use.
- Cooking times may vary slightly based on crockpot model and temperature settings; start checking at 4 hours.
- Removing the lid for the last hour helps thicken the topping but is optional.
- For a nutty flavor, try adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the topping before cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
