Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler Recipe (Easy Dessert)
This strawberry cream cheese cobbler is a rich and comforting dessert filled with juicy strawberries and pockets of creamy, tangy cream cheese. Baked to golden perfection, it’s warm, gooey, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for summer gatherings, holidays, or anytime you crave a sweet and satisfying treat!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Cutting board and knife
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Baking dish (9x13 recommended)
- Oven
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Cornstarch (to thicken fruit filling)
- Flour, baking powder, butter, milk (for cobbler batter)
- Optional: lemon zest, whipped cream, or ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Prep Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice strawberries. Toss with sugar and cornstarch until glossy.
- Cream Cheese Filling: Beat softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Make Cobbler Batter: Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, and melted butter into a simple batter.
- Assemble: Spread strawberries in baking dish, add dollops of cream cheese mixture, then pour cobbler batter over.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Rest & Serve: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Expert Tip: Don’t overmix the batter—keeping it rustic ensures a tender crust.
Notes
- Fresh strawberries give the best flavor, but frozen can be used with adjustments.
- Always soften cream cheese for smooth filling.
- Cornstarch prevents runny filling—don’t skip it.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for 3–4 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven for best texture.
- Not suitable for freezing due to cream cheese filling.
- Garnish with mint leaves or powdered sugar for presentation.