By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On January 15, 2023
Once you try this microwave cherry cobbler you'll NEVER go back to store bought cherry desserts again! This cobbler in a mug is super simple to make and you can mix it up by using different berries.
For a more traditional baked cobbler see this Gluten Free Cherry Cobbler. If you're more of a pie person you'll want to make this Gluten Free Cherry Pie.
Cherry Dessert for One
If you've read any of my previous posts, you'll know that I've been getting cherries thrown at me left and right. First my lovely friend brought me cherries from her tree (after I told her that cherry pie was the first thing I had ever baked), then my mother-in-law brought me 10lbs. of cherries.
I've been in cherry heaven the last several weeks and I've loved every moment of it.
So of course one of my baking themes this summer is CHERRIES. I came up with a list of five or six recipes that I've always wanted to make using cherries and got busy in the kitchen.
I've tested each recipe at least three times, so you can imagine how many cherry desserts we've been eating.
You'd think we'd get sick of eating cherries, but each dessert is unique and scrumptious, so we've been in cherry-bliss.
Microwave Cherry Cobbler
I've been focusing on creating easy desserts, and trying to stick to no-bake as much as possible. It's warm where we live and I want to avoid the oven as much as possible.
You've probably already seen a few cherry desserts published. Well let me tell you what makes this one so special.
This cobbler in a mug is extremely easy to make and is no-bake. In less than five minutes you will be dipping your spoon into a biscuit-like cobbler topping followed shortly by a tart cherry filling. How do you feel about that?
How to make microwave cherry cobbler
- For the cherry filling - Place cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a 12 oz (or larger) jar or mug. Stir to combine. Make sure you have at least 1 ½ inches from the top for the cobbler topping to rise.
- For the cobbler topping - Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder in a small mixing bowl. Add in melted butter and milk and stir until well combined.
- Spoon the batter on top of the cherry filling.
- Microwave for 90 seconds, or until done.
- Use a towel or pot holder to remove the jar or mug from the microwave as it will be hot.
- Let the jar or mug cool to handling temperature.
Top this cobbler in a mug with your favorite ice cream and enjoy!
I love keeping my house cool while I enjoy a traditional, yet sophisticated dessert. And, just in case you were wondering - yes, these are the BEST little cobblers EVER!
If you are looking for more microwaveable desserts you are going to love my Vegan Mug Brownie. My Gluten Free Mug Cake is also scrumptious.
Please stop back by and leave a comment below letting me know what you thought of this Gluten-Free Cherry Cobbler for One.
Microwave Cherry Cobbler
Once you try this microwaveable Gluten-Free Cherry Cobbler for One, you will NEVER go back to store bought cherry desserts again!
Ingredients
For the cherry filling:
- ½ cup tart cherries, after the stems and pits have been removed
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon corn starch
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
For the cobbler topping:
- ⅓ cup all-purpose gluten-free flour blend (or regular flour)
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
- 2 tablespoons dairy-free milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon dairy-free butter, melted (or regular butter)
Instructions
- For the cherry filling - Place cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a 12 oz (or larger) jar. Stir to combine. Make sure you have at least 1 ½ inches from the top of the jar for the cobbler topping to rise.
- For the cobbler topping - Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder in a small mixing bowl. Add in melted butter and milk and stir until well combined.
- Spoon the batter on top of the cherry filling.
- Microwave for 90 seconds, or until done.
- Use a towel or pot holder to remove the jar from the microwave as it will be hot.
- Let the jar cool to handling temperature.
- Top with your favorite dairy-free ice cream and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1 cobblerAmount Per Serving: Calories: 565Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 307mgCarbohydrates: 103gFiber: 3gSugar: 44gProtein: 10g
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
These are so cute! I adore cherries <3 Second favorite summer fruit 😉 (after watermelon!)
Robin
Do you have those gluten free ingredients
chrystal
Hi Robin,
I'm not sure what you are asking.
Best,
Chrystal
melissa @ treats with a twist
Anytime I see something piled high with cherries I know it's for me! This sounds so perfect and summery!
chrystal
Thank you Melissa 🙂
Nicole Hunn
So it's basically a microwave mug cobbler, Chrystal! That's actually really, really cool. Done right, mug cakes are heaven. And this looks beautiful. Well done!
chrystal
Thank you Nicole! I love how they turned out.
Linnaea
This looks absolutely incredible, Chrystal! And come to think of it, it's been way too long since I made anything with a few good tart cherries. I love how short and simple the recipe is too. 🙂
chrystal
Thank you! I love how simple it is and how amazing it turned out.
Linda
Can you make this with can Cherry Pie filling?
Wendy Stoltz
Hi Linda,
You can, I would suggest you add a bit more dried spices or flavor extracts.
Megan
The only problem is that I'd need four of these...for myself!
chrystal
Haha! They are pretty amazing 😉
Amanda
These look scrumptious. I love that it is a single serving, otherwise I'd eat a whole cherry cobbler.
chrystal
Thank you Amanda 🙂
Brianna Hobbs
This looks absolutely amazing, Chrystal! The one problem is that then I can't accidentally eat the entire cobbler by myself....maybe that is a good thing?
🙂
chrystal
This smaller serving cobbler helps with that 😉
Elise @frugalfarmwife.com
Oh yum! My hubby does't care for cherries, so this is perfect for me! 😀
chrystal
My hubby doesn't either! If I make a whole cobbler, I end up eating it myself. 😉
Raia
Delicious! Now to find a time when I can make it and not have to share... 😉
chrystal
Haha. Send them on an errand 😉
Elle @ Only Taste Matters
OK that looks like heaven! And so easy...brilliant!
[email protected] A Dash of Cinnamon
OOh I love cobblers and cherries.
Bethany
These are beautiful! And they look tasty, too!
Bete Primm
Do you have a recipe for using almond flour? I know the measurements are different. I love cherries and would like to make this but I can’t eat grains. Thanks!
chrystal
Hi Bete,
I have a recipe for a quick berry pie that might work better for you. You can use the topping from this one: https://www.glutenfreepalate.com/quick-berry-pie-in-a-jar/
Best,
Chrystal
Bete
Thanks so much! I can’t wait to try it!!!!
Anne Marie Darling
Bought frozen cherries at Costco. Didn't notice they were tart cherries not sweet. Saw this recipe and thought why not. Its cooling now but smells and looks good. Cooked it a little longer. Had to do a few substitutions. Powdered milk and lemon JC crystals. It was easy to make