Mixed Berry Cobbler Mug (Printable Version)

A warm mug dessert with juicy mixed berries and a tender golden cobbler crust, ready in minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Berries

01 - 1/2 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen; e.g., blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries)

→ Cobbler Batter

02 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
05 - Pinch of salt
06 - 2 tablespoons milk
07 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Topping (optional)

09 - 1/4 teaspoon coarse sugar or brown sugar

# Directions:

01 - Lightly grease a large microwave-safe mug (12–14 oz).
02 - Place the mixed berries into the mug; chop large berries into bite-sized pieces if needed.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
04 - Stir in milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.
05 - Pour the batter evenly over the berries in the mug without stirring.
06 - Sprinkle coarse sugar or brown sugar on top if desired.
07 - Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, until the top is set and berries are bubbling.
08 - Allow to cool for 2 minutes before serving warm; optionally serve with vanilla ice cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It goes from craving to first bite in under ten minutes, no oven required.
  • The berries get jammy and sweet while the topping bakes into a tender, golden crust right in your mug.
  • You can tweak the sweetness and swap berries based on whatever you have on hand.
02 -
  • Don't overfill the mug or the batter will overflow as it rises, and you'll have a mess in your microwave.
  • Microwaving times vary wildly, so start with 90 seconds and add time in 15 second bursts until the top looks set.
  • Let it cool for at least 2 minutes or you'll burn your tongue on molten berry lava, trust me on this one.
03 -
  • Use a mug that's taller rather than wider to give the batter room to puff up without spilling.
  • If your berries are very tart, add an extra teaspoon of sugar to the batter or toss the berries with a pinch of sugar before adding them.
  • For extra flavor, try adding a tiny pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest to the batter.
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