The Cracker Barrel Cherry Chocolate Cobbler is a seasonal favorite and very easy to make. Cracker Barrel’s Cherry Chocolate Cobbler is a delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of cherry and chocolate in a warm and comforting treat. The cobbler features a rich chocolate batter that is dropped over a bed of sweet cherry pie filling and topped with finely chopped peanuts. When baked, the chocolate batter rises and forms a delectable crust that complements the juicy cherry filling perfectly.
The combination of cherries and chocolate creates a wonderful balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a hint of nuttiness from the peanuts. The contrast in textures, with the soft and gooey cherry filling and the slightly crunchy chocolate crust, adds to the overall appeal of this dessert. It’s a dessert that will surely satisfy any sweet tooth and leave you craving for more.
Serving the Cracker Barrel Cherry Chocolate Cobbler is a delightful experience, especially when it’s served warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top. The combination of the warm cobbler with the cold, velvety ice cream creates a delightful contrast that melts in your mouth with each bite. Whether you enjoy it as a comforting treat after a delicious meal at Cracker Barrel or decide to recreate it at home, this Cherry Chocolate Cobbler is a delightful indulgence that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
SERVES: 6
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ cups flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup butter
- 6 ounces semisweet chocolate morsels
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
- ½ cup finely chopped peanuts
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and butter. Cut with a pastry blender until the crumbs are the size of large peas.
- Melt the chocolate morsels in the microwave for 2–3 minutes on medium. Add the milk and egg and mix well.
- Blend the chocolate into the flour mixture.
- Spread the cherry pie filling in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole.
- Drop the chocolate batter randomly over the cherries and sprinkle the top with chopped nuts.
- Bake in the oven for 40–45 minutes or until the cake is cooked through and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, you can serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious and indulgent treat. Enjoy!
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Vanilla Ice Cream: Top the warm cobbler with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. The combination of the warm cobbler with the cold ice cream creates a delightful contrast in temperature and textures.
- Whipped Cream: A generous dollop of whipped cream adds a light and airy sweetness to the cobbler, making it even more indulgent.
- Chocolate Sauce: Drizzle some chocolate sauce over the cobbler for an extra boost of chocolate flavor. The sauce complements the cherry filling and chocolate crust beautifully.
- Chopped Nuts: Sprinkle some additional finely chopped peanuts or other nuts over the cobbler for added crunch and nutty flavor.
- Fresh Cherries: Garnish the cobbler with a few fresh cherries on top for a pop of color and a burst of fresh fruit flavor.
- Mint Leaves: A sprig of fresh mint leaves can add a touch of freshness and a pleasant aroma to the cobbler.
- Serve with Coffee or Tea: Pair the cobbler with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a comforting and satisfying dessert experience.
