Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler
Introduction
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is the essence of spring baked into a dish — juicy strawberries bubbling away in the oven, with little pockets of cream cheese melting into the batter. It’s rustic, comforting, and irresistibly sweet, perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply enjoying with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
¾ cup sugar
1 cup all‑purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, cubed
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish.
Prepare Strawberries
Toss sliced strawberries with ¾ cup sugar. Set aside to macerate while you prepare the batter.
Make Batter
In a bowl, whisk flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Add melted butter and mix until combined.
Assemble Cobbler
Pour batter into baking dish. Scatter sweetened strawberries evenly over batter. Dot with cream cheese cubes.
Bake
Bake 40–45 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling. The cream cheese will melt into creamy pockets throughout the cobbler.
Cool & Serve
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
Time & Yield
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Yield: 8 servings
Tips & Tricks
Extra flavor: Add a splash of vanilla or almond extract to the batter.
Tangy twist: Use lemon zest with strawberries for brightness.
Texture boost: Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for crunch.
Storage: Keep leftovers covered in the fridge up to 3 days.
Variations
Mixed Berry Cobbler: Use raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries with strawberries.
Peach & Cream Cheese Cobbler: Swap strawberries for peaches.
Chocolate Drizzle: Add melted chocolate over the baked cobbler for indulgence.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Pair with fresh mint for a refreshing finish.
Enjoy as a brunch dessert alongside coffee or tea.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen strawberries?
A: Yes, but thaw and drain them before baking.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Bake, cool, and refrigerate. Reheat gently before serving.
Q: Can I reduce sugar?
A: Yes, adjust to taste — the cream cheese adds richness even with less sugar.
Conclusion
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is creamy, fruity, and bursting with spring flavor. With its bubbling strawberries and melty cream cheese pockets, it’s a dessert that feels both rustic and indulgent — a true seasonal favorite.