Cherry Cobbler

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. 4

   In another bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter, alternating with the milk, until a batter is formed.

5. 5

   Pour the hot cherry mixture into a 9-inch baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the batter over the cherry mixture.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean, about 35-45 minutes.

7. 7

   Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.