Description
This delightful Strawberry Cobbler recipe captures the fresh, juicy flavors of ripe strawberries topped with a tender, golden batter crust. Perfectly baked to bubbling perfection, it’s an inviting dessert that balances sweetness with a comforting texture, ideal for sharing at family gatherings or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 2 pounds (900g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- â…“ cup (67g) granulated sugar
Batter
- â…” cup (133g) granulated sugar
- 9 tablespoons (120g) unsalted butter
- 2¼ cups (270g) all-purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1¼ cups (300ml) milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for baking the cobbler evenly.
- Macerate Strawberries: In a large bowl, toss the hulled and halved strawberries with â…“ cup sugar. Stir well to coat and set aside to let the berries release their juices and sweeten naturally through maceration.
- Melt Butter: Place 9 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a 13×9-inch baking dish and put it into the preheated oven. Allow the butter to melt fully, about 10 minutes, which will create a rich base for the batter.
- Prepare Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and the remaining â…” cup sugar. Add milk and vanilla extract, stirring just until everything is combined; avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
- Assemble Cobbler: Carefully take the baking dish with the melted butter out of the oven. Pour the batter over the melted butter gently and do not stir. Spoon the macerated strawberries evenly over the batter, leaving excess juice behind.
- Bake: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes until the batter is golden brown and the strawberry juices are bubbling at the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool for about 15 minutes after baking to allow juices to set. Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Do not stir the batter and strawberries after assembling; the batter cooks by rising through the melted butter beneath it.
- Using fresh, ripe strawberries ensures the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Allowing the cobbler to cool slightly helps thicken the strawberry juices, making serving easier.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking flour blend.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to enhance richness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
