Dairy Free Berry Cobbler with Sweet Biscuit Topping

Total time1 hr 15 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time45 min

Dairy Free Berry Cobbler with Sweet Biscuit Topping

Juicy blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries bubble away under a bright hit of lemon juice and zest, thickened into a jammy, spoonable filling that's the whole reason cobbler exists. Spooned over the top, a shaggy biscuit dough bakes up into craggy, deep-golden mounds with crisp, sugar-crusted edges and a tender center that soaks up just enough berry juice to stay soft. The contrast between the tart, jewel-toned fruit and the sweet, craggy topping is what makes this dessert so satisfying straight from the oven. A short rest lets the filling settle into that perfect spoonable thickness before you dig in. Serve it warm on its own or with a scoop of something cold on top, and this one earns its spot in a dairy free dessert rotation without giving up any of that classic cobbler charm.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the berry filling

6 cups mixed fresh or frozen berries (such as blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries)
½ cup granulated sugar
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2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp lemon zest

For the biscuit topping

2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cut into ½-inch cubes
Chef's tip
Use a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one.
¾ cup whole milk
Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened soy milk, measured 1:1. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in sauces, custards, and baked goods. For hot or acidic drinks, a barista-style soy milk resists curdling.
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp turbinado sugar or coarse sugar, for sprinkling

For serving

vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)
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Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the berries with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and lemon zest until evenly coated. Pour the berry mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.

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