Cracker Barrel Cherry Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh or frozen tart cherries, pitted
• 1 cup granulated sugar – balances the cherry tartness
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch – thickens the filling to a perfect consistency
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice – adds brightness and enhances flavor
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract – complements the cherry essence beautifully
• 1/4 cup water – helps dissolve cornstarch and integrates flavors
• 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour – For structure and texture
• 3/4 cup Granulated sugar – Sweetness and slight crispness
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder – Helps the topping rise
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt – Balances and enhances flavors
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) Unsalted butter – Melted, for richness and moisture
• 1/2 cup Whole milk – Adds tenderness to the batter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract – Deepens the flavor profile