Cherry Filling

• 4 cups fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries (if frozen, thaw slightly)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Cobbler Muffin Batter

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar added)
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Crumble Topping

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon