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Easy Skillet Plum Cobbler

A warm and comforting dessert made with sweet, juicy plums and a buttery, crispy topping, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 4 cups plums (sliced, pitted, and fresh)
  • ¼ cup sugar To toss with plums
For the cobbler topping
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar Adjust based on sweetness of plums
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Optional but recommended

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  2. Wash your plums thoroughly, halve them, remove the pits, and slice them into wedges. Place the sliced plums into a mixing bowl.
  3. Add ¼ cup of sugar to the plums and toss gently to coat. Set aside to allow juices to mingle.
Mixing the Batter
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  2. Pour the milk and melted butter into your dry ingredients, mixing until just incorporated; be careful not to overmix!
Assembly and Baking
  1. In a medium-sized skillet (cast iron works best), spread the sliced plums evenly across the bottom.
  2. Pour the batter over the plums, ensuring even coverage.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Notes

For spices, you can adjust according to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.