Apple-berry cobbler

This fruit cobbler is a lighter version of the traditional fat-laden, biscuit-topped dessert.

Berries are an excellent source of antioxidants. You may substitute frozen fruit in the recipe.

To make this plant based, use an egg substitute instead of egg whites.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

For the filling:

1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 cups chopped apples
2 tablespoons turbinado or brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

For the topping:

Egg white from 1 large egg
1/4 cup soy milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 tablespoons turbinado or brown sugar
3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour

Directions

Heat the oven to 350 F. Lightly coat 6 individual ovenproof ramekins with cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, add the raspberries, blueberries, apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon zest and lemon juice. Stir to mix evenly. Add the cornstarch and stir until the cornstarch dissolves. Set aside.

In a separate bowl, add the egg white and whisk until lightly beaten. Add the soy milk, salt, vanilla, sugar and pastry flour. Stir to mix well.

Divide the fruit mixture evenly among the prepared dishes. Pour the topping over each. Arrange the ramekins on a large baking pan and place in oven.

Bake until the filling is tender and the topping is golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve warm.