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Cupa, Cupa, Cupa Cobbler

Making a warm, bubbling cobbler right out of the oven out of basic ingredients is a unique kind of magic. Cupa, Cupa, Cupa Cobbler, a popular dessert in the South, is all about striking the ideal balance between soft, cake-like topping, juicy fruit, and a hint of sweetness. This dish encourages you to get together around the table, eat hearty portions from bowls, and enjoy each comforting bite.
Course: Baking, Breakfast, Dessert, Holiday
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh fruit such as peaches, berries, or mixed fruit
  • 1/2 stick butter about 4 tablespoons

Method
 

Preheat Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare Butter:
  1. Place the butter in a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar size. Put the dish in the oven as it preheats to melt the butter.
Mix Batter:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, self-rising flour, and milk. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Add Fruit:
  1. Once the butter is melted, carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter — do not stir.
Add Fruit Topping:
  1. Spoon the fresh fruit evenly over the batter. Again, do not stir.
Bake:
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the batter has set around the fruit.
Serve:
  1. Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  2. Enjoy!