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Easy Strawberry Cobbler - If your kitchen is anything like mine come late spring or early summer, there’s always a bowl of ripe, fragrant strawberries just begging to be turned into something delicious. I grew up watching my mom slice strawberries and toss them with a little sugar, and we’d eat them over pound cake or with whipped cream on lazy afternoons. But this cobbler? Oh honey, this one’s my favorite way to use them.

It’s the kind of recipe that feels like summer in a dish—no fuss, no weird ingredients, just the kind of cozy dessert you whip up when you're barefoot in the kitchen and there's laughter coming from the porch. It’s buttery, lightly sweet, and lets the berries shine. Plus, it comes together in minutes and bakes up into this magical, golden crust that’s crispy on top and tender underneath. Basically, it’s a hug in a pan.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Cobbler:

• 🍓 Sweet, juicy strawberries shine through every bite—no over-sugaring here
• 🧈 Melted butter magic gives it that golden, crisp-edged finish
• 🥣 One bowl batter—no mixers, no fancy steps
• 👩‍🍳 Beginner-friendly and practically impossible to mess up
• 🍦 Perfect warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (trust me on this)
• 🌿 Easily customizable with other fruit, a pinch of cinnamon, or gluten-free flour

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to bring this sweet little dish to life:

• 3 cups fresh ripe strawberries, hulled and diced
  If they’re super juicy, that’s even better—no need to be perfect here!
• 1 cup granulated sugar
  You can use a little less if your berries are extra sweet.
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
  Whole milk works great, but almond milk or oat milk are just fine too.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
  This gets melted in the pan—don’t skip it!

Let’s Make It: Step-by-Step

🍓 Step 1: Preheat & Melt Butter

Preheat your oven to 350°F. While that’s heating up, toss your cubed butter into a 9x13 baking dish and pop it into the oven to melt. It should only take a few minutes, but keep an eye on it—you want melted, not browned.

🥣 Step 2: Mix the Batter

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Then pour in the milk and vanilla extract, and stir until it forms a smooth batter. Nothing fancy—just a few good stirs.

🧈 Step 3: Assemble

Carefully pull the hot baking dish out of the oven once the butter’s melted. Pour the batter right into the dish, right over the melted butter. And no—don’t stir it. Just let that buttery goodness float around.

🍓 Step 4: Add the Strawberries

Scatter your chopped strawberries evenly over the top of the batter. They’ll sink a bit while baking, and that’s exactly what we want.

🔥 Step 5: Bake

Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are starting to get that caramelized, slightly crispy look.

⏲ Step 6: Cool & Serve

Let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes—this helps everything settle. Serve warm, preferably with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if you're feelin' fancy.

Variations & Tips

• 🍑 Try it with peaches or a mix of berries—blueberries, raspberries, or even blackberries work great
• 🌾 Gluten-free? Just sub in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
• 🍯 Want a touch more warmth? Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter
• 🧊 Using frozen strawberries? No problem! Just dice 'em and toss them in frozen—no need to thaw

What to Serve With It

This cobbler honestly doesn’t need much. It’s dreamy all on its own, but if you’re looking to round out the meal, here are a few ideas:

• A pitcher of iced tea or lemonade
• Grilled burgers or BBQ chicken before dessert
• A side of sweet cream or a drizzle of warm honey

Storing & Reheating

Got leftovers? Lucky you!

• Fridge: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days
• Reheat: Pop a slice in the microwave for about 30 seconds, or warm it in the oven at 300°F for 10 minutes to bring back that crisp top
• Freezing? Not ideal—it’s best fresh or refrigerated

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📖 Recipe

Easy Strawberry Cobbler

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

The perfect summertime dessert, this Strawberry Cobbler comes together easily with a few simple ingredients.

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Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 tablespoon unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place a 9x13-inch baking dish in the oven with the cubed butter to melt as it heats.

Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.

Pour the batter: Once the butter is melted, carefully remove the dish from the oven. Pour the batter into the baking dish over the melted butter—don’t stir.

Add the strawberries: Evenly sprinkle the diced strawberries over the top of the batter. It’s okay if some sink and some stay on top—it adds character!

Bake the cobbler: Return the dish to the oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and has puffed up around the strawberries.

Cool and serve: Let the cobbler rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. It’s amazing warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Berries: This works with frozen strawberries too—no need to thaw, just chop if they’re large.

Sweetness: Feel free to cut the sugar down to ¾ cup if your berries are super sweet.

Make it gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose.

Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.

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