Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is a warm, comforting dessert filled with juicy strawberries, rich cream cheese, and a soft buttery cobbler topping. As it bakes, the layers come together into a sweet, creamy, bubbling dessert that tastes incredible served warm.
This easy homemade cobbler is perfect for spring and summer gatherings, holidays, potlucks, or whenever you need a simple fruit dessert everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
Step 2: Prepare the Strawberries
In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Stir until evenly coated and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Batter
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the Cobbler
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
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Spoon the strawberry mixture evenly over the batter.
Drop small dollops of softened cream cheese across the top.
Do not stir the layers together.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cobbler is bubbly around the edges.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
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Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the best dessert experience.
Tips for the Best Cobbler
- Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Cut cream cheese into small cubes for easier layering.
- Do not mix the layers after assembling.
- Add a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top before baking for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is rich, fruity, creamy, and incredibly easy to make. The sweet strawberries and creamy pockets of cheesecake-style filling make every bite warm, comforting, and absolutely irresistib.