Triple-Berry Cobbler uses simple ingredients to create a flavorful, comforting dessert. Here’s what you need and why each one matters:

• Sugar (1/2 cup, for filling): Sweetens the tart berries and helps create a syrupy sauce.
• Cornstarch (3 tablespoons): Thickens the berry mixture, giving it a jammy consistency.
• Ground Cinnamon (1/4 teaspoon): Adds a warm, subtle spice that complements the berries.
• Water (1 cup): Combines with sugar and cornstarch to form the thickened sauce for the berries.
• Fresh or Frozen Cranberries (1 cup, thawed if frozen): Provide a tart, bold flavor that balances the sweeter berries.
• Fresh Blueberries (1 cup): Add sweet, juicy bursts of flavor.
• Fresh Blackberries (1 cup): Bring a deep, slightly tart sweetness to the mix.
• Sugar (1/4 cup, for topping): Sweetens the biscuit-like topping.
• Butter (2 tablespoons, softened): Adds richness and a crumbly texture to the topping.
• Vanilla Extract (1/4 teaspoon): Enhances the topping with a warm, aromatic flavor.
• Fat-Free Milk (1/3 cup): Keeps the topping light and moist without extra fat.
• All-Purpose Flour (2/3 cup): Forms the structure of the cakey topping.
• Baking Powder (3/4 teaspoon): Helps the topping rise and stay fluffy.
• Salt (1/4 teaspoon): Balances the sweetness in the topping.

Substitutions and Variations

• Berries: Swap cranberries, blueberries, or blackberries for raspberries, strawberries, or mixed frozen berries (thawed and drained). Keep the total at 3 cups.
• Sugar: Use brown sugar or honey in the filling for a deeper flavor, or reduce to 1/3 cup for a tarter cobbler.
• Flour: Substitute with whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
• Milk: Use almond, soy, or whole milk instead of fat-free milk, though the topping may be richer.
• Butter: Replace with coconut oil or margarine for a dairy-free option.
• Spices: Add 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or ginger to the filling for extra warmth.

Pro Tip: If using frozen berries, thaw and drain them well to prevent a watery filling.