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Tart Cranberry Cobbler with Orange Zest

This tart cranberry cobbler with orange zest is a comforting dessert that combines sweet, tart, and buttery flavors, ideal for chilly nights and holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 434
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 5 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest from one large orange
  • 4 tablespoons orange juice from the same large orange
  • 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur optional
For the topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 large egg
  • 6 tablespoons butter thinly sliced

Method
 

Preheat the Oven
  1. Heat the oven to 375°F.
Mix the Cranberry Filling
  1. Put the cranberries in a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  2. Toss them with 1/2 cup sugar, the orange zest, the orange juice, and the Grand Marnier if using.
  3. Stir gently to coat the cranberries well.
Make the Topping
  1. In a small bowl, mix the flour, 1 cup sugar, cinnamon, and egg until the mixture looks crumbly.
Add the Butter
  1. Slice the butter thinly and place the slices as evenly as possible over the topping.
Bake Until Golden
  1. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  2. The fruit should be bubbling around the edges, and the topping should look set.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or Greek yogurt. It pairs well with mild cheeses and coffee or tea. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.