Pear and Cranberry Cobbler with Citrus-Infused Cust

Name: Pear and Cranberry Cobbler with Citrus-Infused Custard Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds firm Bartlett pears, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 1 2/3 cups fresh cranberries (6 ounces); 1 cup sugar; 2 (1- by 3-inch) strips orange zest, finely chopped; 1/4 cup brandy; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into bits; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup heavy cream, divided; 1 teaspoon sugar; Citrus-Infused Custard Sauce; Special equipment: 2- to 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish (1 1/2 - to 2-inches deep); 2-inch round cookie cutter

Servings: persons

2 pounds firm Bartlett pears, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 2/3 cups fresh cranberries (6 ounces)
1 cup sugar
2 (1- by 3-inch) strips orange zest, finely chopped
1/4 cup brandy
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into bits
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
rounded 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream, divided
1 teaspoon sugar
Citrus-Infused Custard Sauce
<special>Special equipment: 2- to 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish (1 1/2 - to 2-inches deep); 2-inch round cookie cutter</special>

1
Preheat oven to 425F with rack in lower third.
2
Butter baking dish.
3
Stir together pears, cranberries, sugar, orange zest, brandy and allspice in a large bowl.
4
Transfer filling to baking dish and dot with butter.
5
Cover dish tightly with foil and bake 20 minutes.
6
Remove foil and continue to bake until cranberries burst and pears are just tender, 15 to 20 minutes more.
7
Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl, then add 3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons cream and stir just until a dough forms.
8
Gather dough into a ball and transfer to a lightly floured surface (dough will feel dense and heavy; don't worry.)
9
Gently knead dough 6 times, then pat out into an 8-inch round (about 1/3-inch thick).
10
Cut out as many rounds as possible with lightly floured cutter, transferring to a sheet of wax paper.
11
Gather scraps and pat out once more, then cut out more rounds.
12
(You will have about 16).
13
Carefully but quickly, top hot fruit with biscuits, arranging in 1 layer.
14
Brush biscuits with remaining tablespoon cream and sprinkle with sugar.
15
Continue to bake cobbler until biscuits are puffed and golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
16
Cool 15 minutes before serving and top with Citrus-Infused Custard Sauce.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds firm Bartlett pears, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges, 1 2/3 cups fresh cranberries (6 ounces), 1 cup sugar, 2 (1- by 3-inch) strips orange zest, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pear and Cranberry Cobbler with Citrus-Infused Custard Sauce falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pear and Cranberry Cobbler with Citrus-Infused Custard Sauce

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