Mango and Blackberry Cobbler

Ingredients

• Mangoes (2, diced)
• Blackberries (2 cups, fresh or frozen)
• Granulated sugar (1/2 cup, divided)
• Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
• Lemon zest (1 teaspoon)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Milk (1/2 cup)
• Unsalted butter (1/4 cup, cold and cubed)
• All-purpose flour (1 cup)
• Baking powder (1 tablespoon)
• Salt (1/4 teaspoon)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the diced mangoes, blackberries, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
6. Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Transfer the fruit mixture into a 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Spoon the cobbler batter evenly over the fruit, covering it as much as possible.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cobbler topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.