Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler – A Warm, Gooey, Bakery
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is a simple yet decadent dessert made with fresh or frozen strawberries, sweetened batter, and chunks of cream cheese that melt into creamy pockets while baking. The dish forms its own crust as it cooks, creating a soft, gooey base with a lightly crisp top. It requires minimal preparation and uses pantry-friendly ingredients, making it perfect for beginners. The combination of tart strawberries and creamy richness makes every bite irresistible. Ideal for serving warm, it pairs beautifully with ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries (sliced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Pour melted butter into a baking dish (do not stir).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour batter evenly over the butter (do not mix).
- Scatter strawberries evenly over the batter.
- Add cream cheese cubes on top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries work well—no need to thaw.
- Do not stir layers; the cobbler forms its own crust.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture.
- Adjust sugar depending on strawberry sweetness.
- Baking dish size affects thickness.
- Let cobbler rest before serving for better consistency.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.