A baked dessert sometimes consisting of fruit, typically apples and cranberries on this occasion, coated with a biscuit or cake-like topping. This topping shouldn’t be uniformly unfold however somewhat dolloped or dropped, making a “cobbled” look. The fruit part is usually cooked till softened, releasing juices that mingle with the topping throughout baking.
This specific dessert affords a mix of candy and tart flavors, complemented by the textural distinction between the smooth fruit and the marginally crisp topping. It gives a supply of fruit and, relying on the recipe, generally is a comforting and comparatively easy dessert possibility. Traditionally, such desserts emerged as a sensible approach to make the most of seasonal fruits, particularly in contexts the place elaborate pastries weren’t readily accessible.