Why Every Kitchen Should Have Fruit Cobbler Mix

By James Olson


Many consider dessert to be the final close to a perfect meal. However, there are some home cooks that see making dessert as an extra step that can be avoided, especially if it involves using the oven. Even if a person has a sweet tooth every so often, having fruit cobbler mix in the pantry may save time by making many dessert treats.

Many people think of cobbler or pie as an indulgent treat but this does not have to be. While served warm with vanilla ice cream, hot caramel sauce, or a sweet buttery crumb topping, at most restaurants, home versions allow more portion control. There are even ways to make the basic ingredients less fattening since that main ingredient is fruit, which is good for the body.

Most recipes call for filling that is made up of chopped or sliced fruit, white sugar, spices, and cornstarch for a thicker consistency. Some home cooks may buy this premade pie filling, which is quick but may not be best for anyone trying to lose weight. A lighter filling can be made with fruit juice concentrate and unsweetened applesauce for a denser texture. If the latter does not sound appealing, just add more fresh fruit.

There are many ways in which to eat a sweet potato, as it can be a healthy substitute for fruit in a cobbler recipe. Besides being rich in potassium, fiber, and vitamin A, these do not need much white sugar once it has been cooked. Unlike dense apples, these do not have to be cooked beforehand or chopped thin before baking with cobbler mix.

Although most mixes are flour, spice, and sugar, there are many ways to add to the mix before it goes into the oven. Mixing in cooked oats is good for the digestive system and can lower cholesterol. For more flavor and nutritional value, chopped nuts like almonds, pecans, and walnuts can also make the dessert more filling.

The great thing about having cobbler mix is that adding other ingredients, like dried fruit, grains, and nuts, adds to its versatility. The mixture can also be healthier by not adding butter or stick margarine. There are a few oils, like canola, that have a high smoke point and very little saturated fat. Also, most of these oils have a mildly sweet flavor or no taste that can take away from the recipe.

Sometimes, this mixture can be used to stretch some recipes like apple cornbread stuffing, coating for fried chicken, or teriyaki pineapple meatballs. The baked crumble mixture can also be used to top ice cream or added to a banana foster recipe. Some people like to add these to cool fruit cups or yogurt.

Making this dish is fairly easy, as it requires no more than a couple of dishes for mixing and baking. If there is too much cobbler left over after a while, it can be baked by itself and used as a dessert topping. Some suggested uses include a fruit or yogurt parfait, ice cream, or when mixed with roasted nuts, a satisfying snack.




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