{"id":64,"date":"2026-06-21T16:24:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T16:24:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elifefoods.com\/?p=64"},"modified":"2026-06-21T16:24:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-21T16:24:56","slug":"sweet-cherry-cobbler-with-chocolate-truffle-crust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elifefoods.com\/?p=64","title":{"rendered":"Sweet Cherry Cobbler With Chocolate Truffle Crust"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Elevate your dessert game with this luxurious Sweet Cherry Cobbler. Combining a juicy, citrus-kissed sweet cherry filling with a rich, molten chocolate truffle crust, this decadent treat is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For the Cherry Filling:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>48 oz. frozen unsweetened pitted sweet cherries (fully thawed and drained)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 cup cornstarch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons Grand Marnier (or any orange-flavored liqueur)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Note: Unsalted butter for greasing the baking dish.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For the Chocolate Truffle Crust:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 oz. semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 stick unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 extra-large eggs + 1 extra-large egg yolk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/2 cup sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For Serving:<\/strong> 2 pints vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Directions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Prep the Oven &amp; Pan<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If baking immediately, preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C) with the baking rack positioned right in the center. Generously butter a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Make the Cherry Filling<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Place a strainer over a large mixing bowl and drain the thawed cherries. <strong>Reserve exactly 1\/2 cup of the cherry juice<\/strong> and discard the rest. Place the drained cherries back into the bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a smaller bowl, whisk together the reserved 1\/2 cup cherry juice, 1 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and Grand Marnier until smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour this sweet mixture over the cherries and toss well to coat. Transfer everything into your prepared glass baking dish. <em>> \ud83d\udca1 <strong>Make-Ahead Tip:<\/strong> You can prepare the cherry filling 1 day in advance. Just cover and keep it refrigerated. Bring it out right as you begin making the crust.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Whip Up the Truffle Crust<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Melt the Chocolate:<\/strong> Combine the chopped semisweet chocolate and the stick of butter in a medium metal bowl. Set it over a pan of gently simmering water (making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn&#8217;t touch the water) or use a microwave-safe bowl. Stir until completely melted and smooth, then set aside to cool slightly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beat the Eggs:<\/strong> In a large mixing bowl, combine the 4 eggs, 1 egg yolk, 1\/2 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat for 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture turns very pale and has tripled in volume.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combine:<\/strong> Reduce the mixer speed to medium, sprinkle the 1\/4 cup of flour over the eggs, and blend until just incorporated. Using a large rubber spatula, gently but thoroughly fold the cooled melted chocolate mixture into the whipped eggs. <em>> \ud83d\udca1 <strong>Batter Tip:<\/strong> The crust batter can be covered and refrigerated for up to 8 hours. Just let it come back to room temperature before layering.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Bake and Serve<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Give the cherry mixture in the baking dish a quick stir, then evenly spread the rich chocolate truffle batter over the top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. You&#8217;ll know it&#8217;s ready when the surface of the chocolate crust looks dry, the fruit juices are bubbling up around the edges, and a skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow the cobbler to cool for 15 to 20 minutes so the juices set slightly. Serve warm alongside a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Description: Elevate your dessert game with this luxurious Sweet Cherry Cobbler. 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