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Fire Pit Fruit Cobbler

Ingredients
    **Fruit Filling:**
  • 6 cups mixed fruit, fresh or frozen (peaches, berries, apples, plums, cherries, nectarines – a combination is great!)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to sweetness of fruit)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch or tapioca starch (for thickening)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • * Pinch of salt
    • **Cobbler Topping:**
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp butter, cut into cubes (3 oz)
  • 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp coarse sugar (turbinado or Demerara)
Instructions
    **Get Started:**
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    1. **Prepare the Fruit:** If using fresh fruit, wash, peel (if desired), and chop into bite-sized pieces. Place the fruit in a large bowl.
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    2. **Prepare the Fire:** Allow your fire to burn down to a bed of hot embers. The heat should be moderate – you should be able to hold your hand a few inches above the embers for a few seconds.
    3. **Cooking:**
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    1. **Prepare the Fruit Filling:** In the bowl with the fruit, add the sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt. Toss gently to combine.
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    2. **Pour into Dutch Oven:** Pour the fruit mixture into the Dutch oven. Spread evenly.
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    3. **Make the Cobbler Topping:** In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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    4. **Cut in the Butter:** Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (You can also pulse the dry ingredients and butter in a food processor.)
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    5. **Add the Milk:** Gradually add the milk, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
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    6. **Drop Topping:** Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping evenly over the fruit filling. The topping doesn't need to cover the entire surface; leave some fruit exposed.
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    7. **Sprinkle with Sugar (Optional):** Sprinkle the top with coarse sugar for added sparkle and crunch.
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    8. **Bake in the Fire Pit:** Place the Dutch oven over the embers. Place some embers on top of the Dutch oven lid to create an oven-like environment.
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    9. **Bake:** Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling. Rotate the Dutch oven a quarter turn every 15-20 minutes to ensure even baking. Check the cobbler frequently to prevent burning. If the topping is browning too quickly, remove some embers from the top of the lid. If the bottom is browning too quickly, reduce the embers underneath the Dutch Oven.
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    10. **Rest:** Let the cobbler cool slightly (about 10-15 minutes) before serving. This will allow the fruit filling to thicken slightly.
    13. **Serve:**
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    1. Serve the Fire Pit Fruit Cobbler warm, directly from the Dutch oven.
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    2. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra indulgence.
    15. **Tips and Modifications:**
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    **Fruit Combinations:** Experiment with different fruit combinations based on what's in season.
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    **Spice it Up:** Add a pinch of nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger to the fruit filling for added warmth.
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    **Nuts:** Sprinkle chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts) over the cobbler topping before baking for added crunch.
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    **Boozy Cobbler:** Add a tablespoon or two of liquor (bourbon, rum, or brandy) to the fruit filling for a more sophisticated flavor.
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    **Pre-made Topping:** If you're short on time, use store-bought biscuit dough or pie crust for the topping.
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    **Individual portions:** Divide into ramekins to cook in the fire, and reduce cooking time!
Read it online: https://wayfarerspantry.com/thepantry/recipe/fire-pit-fruit-cobbler/