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Basil-Infused Stone Fruit Cobbler

This cobbler combines ripe strawberries and peaches with fresh basil, using baking and assembly methods to create a warm, fruity dessert with a fragrant herbaceous kick. The dish features tender baked fruit topped with a rustic, buttery crumble, resulting in a comforting and aromatic final appearance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced preferably ripe
  • 3 cups peach slices peeled and pitted
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients and prepare a baking dish to hold the fruit mixture.
  2. Combine sliced strawberries and peach slices in a mixing bowl, then drizzle with lemon juice. Add granulated sugar and chopped basil, folding gently to evenly coat the fruit. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Transfer the fruity mixture into your baking dish, spreading it out evenly. This will become the luscious base of your cobbler.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This will form your crumble topping.
  5. Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the fruit layer, pressing slightly to help it adhere and create a rustic topping.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit mixture is bubbling around the edges. The aroma of baked herbs and fruit will fill your kitchen as it bakes.
  7. Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow it to cool slightly—about 10 minutes—so the juices thicken and set a bit. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

You can substitute other stone fruits or berries depending on what's in season. For a vegan version, replace butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine.