Vegan Berry Cobbler with Sweet Biscuit Topping

Total time1 hr 15 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time45 min

Vegan Berry Cobbler with Sweet Biscuit Topping

Juicy mixed berries bubble away under a thick coat of sugar, cornstarch, and a bright hit of lemon zest, turning glossy and jammy as they bake. Spooned over the top, a batch of biscuit dough bakes into craggy, golden mounds with a crisp, sugar-crusted crust and a tender interior that soaks up just enough berry juice at the edges. The contrast is what makes this dish sing: cool, tart fruit against warm, pillowy biscuit in every bite. It comes together with simple pantry staples and basic mixing-bowl technique, no fancy equipment required. Scoop it straight from the dish while it's warm, and it's a genuinely satisfying dessert to have in your vegan rotation. A little vanilla ice cream or whipped topping on the side never hurts either.

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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
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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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