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Berry Dessert Or Any Fruit Recipe

Craving a quick and easy dessert? This recipe, passed down from Maine, is a delightful treat perfect for any occasion! Made with fresh, frozen, or canned berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries are all amazing!), this simple dessert is ready in under an hour. Enjoy it on its own, topped with whipped cream, or a scoop of your favorite ice cream. It's the ultimate lazy-day dessert that's sure to become a family favorite. Learn how to easily substitute buttermilk for a longer shelf-life version!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 328.6 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Berry Dessert Or Any Fruit

  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups berries or other fruit (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 large egg

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How to Make Berry Dessert Or Any Fruit

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs and melted butter; mix until just combined.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk (or your homemade buttermilk substitute – see notes).
  5. Gently fold in your choice of berries (2 cups).
  6. Pour batter into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Top with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

211g

Fat

1g

Carbs

25g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American 5 Ingredients Or Less Cobblers And Crisps Desserts Fruit American Easy Beginner Cook Dietary Seasonal Comfort Food Egg Free Northeastern United States Free Of Something Berries Taste Mood