Can I use fresh fruit instead of frozen fruit?

Yes. Fresh fruit works well in this easy cobbler, especially when the fruit is ripe and flavorful. Depending on the variety and its moisture content, you may need to adjust the baking time. Check for tender fruit and a nicely browned topping before serving.

Do I need to mix the cake mix with eggs or oil?

No. The cake mix should be sprinkled over the fruit in its dry form. The soda provides the liquid needed for this shortcut baking method, so you don't need to prepare the cake batter according to the package directions.

Why does my cobbler have dry patches on top?

Dry areas usually mean the soda hasn't reached every section of the cake mix. Pour the liquid slowly and evenly, then tilt the pan to help distribute it. Add a little more soda only if necessary, since too much can leave the bottom overly wet.

Easy 3-Ingredient Cake Mix Cobbler with Berries

Name: 3-Ingredient Cake Mix Cobbler
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2½ cups frozen mixed berries; 1 box (approximately 15.25 ounces) white cake mix, dry; 2 cups Sprite or another clear lemon-lime soda, plus up to ½ cup more if needed

Description

This easy 3-Ingredient Cake Mix Cobbler is a delicious, fuss-free dessert made with frozen mixed berries, white cake mix, and lemon-lime soda. The fruit becomes warm and juicy while the cake mix bakes into a golden topping with lightly crisp edges. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, holidays, or last-minute dessert cravings, this simple fruit cobbler requires minimal preparation and no complicated baking techniques. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an irresistible homemade-style treat.

Ingredients

Scale

2½ cups frozen mixed berries
1 box (approximately 15.25 ounces) white cake mix, dry
2 cups Sprite or another clear lemon-lime soda, plus up to ½ cup more if needed

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the frozen mixed berries evenly across the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. There is no need to thaw the berries first.
Sprinkle the dry white cake mix evenly over the berries. Break up any lumps and do not stir the layers together.
Slowly pour the Sprite over the cake mix, distributing it as evenly as possible. Gently tilt the baking dish to help moisten the dry areas. Add a little extra soda only if substantial dry patches remain, avoiding excess liquid.
Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is hot and bubbling around the edges. Begin checking around 40 minutes, as oven temperatures may vary.
Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm on its own or with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Keep the cake mix dry; do not prepare it according to the package directions.
Frozen mixed berries can be substituted with frozen peaches, blueberries, cherries, strawberries, or other favorite fruits.
Yellow, vanilla, lemon, or spice cake mix can replace white cake mix to create different flavor combinations.
Sprite can be replaced with 7UP or another clear lemon-lime soda.
Pour the soda slowly and evenly to help moisten the cake mix without making the cobbler soggy.
Do not stir the ingredients together, as keeping the layers separate helps create the characteristic cobbler texture.
Baking time may vary depending on the fruit, oven, and baking dish. The topping should be golden and the filling bubbling before serving.
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm larger portions in a 350°F (175°C) oven until heated through.
Leftovers can be frozen in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months for best quality.
Nutrition information is estimated and will vary depending on the cake mix, soda, fruit, and serving size used.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8 of the cobbler)
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 29 g
Sodium: 400 mg
Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg