Strawberry Cobbler Recipe

Name: Strawberry Cobbler
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 cups strawberries (sliced); ¾ tbsp. lemon juice; 2 cups flour; 2 tbsp. cornstarch; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1 cup unsalted butter; 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp Baking spray; Whipped Cream optional

June 3, 2021

by Lyne Proulx

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Strawberry cobbler is one of my favourite ways to prepare this seasonal treat and I have just the delicious recipe for a flavour-packed strawberry filling, topped with the most amazing homemade crumble.

This time of year, there is nothing better than the smell of fresh strawberries wafting out of the kitchen. I love the scent of fresh fruit in general. So, this is the time for the bright and cheerful aroma of strawberries to take up residence here. I love walking into a kitchen to smell the rich overtones of ripe in all of their unique glory, but it’s so disappointing to discover that scent is merely coming from a plug-in or candle. The smell of strawberries for me is always coupled with the expectation of diving into some real sweet, juicy, and somewhat tart strawberries, whether they’re dipped in dark chocolate or baked in a cobbler. This strawberry cobbler recipe is a must to serve for your summer family gatherings!

What Is A Strawberry Cobbler?

Simply put, a strawberry cobbler is a baked dessert (or breakfast, if you have it in the morning with coffee) that resembles pie filling with a baked crumbled dough on top instead of traditional pie crust. You make it in a casserole or baking dish. It looks a bit like a pie until you dig in and find that there is no crust below the surface. A true old-fashioned cobbler is topped with biscuit dough and resembles a cobbled road. This version, called a crumble, is more common. If you make it with oats it is called a crisp. Either way, I call dibs!

The Best Strawberry Cobbler Filling

Whenever you make a crumble or cobbler, the star of the show is what lies beneath the pocked surface. Berries make the best cobblers, although peach is a close second. My favourite berries to make cobbler out of are strawberries. They have such a distinct flavour compared with other varieties. This easy strawberry cobbler recipe draws out those unique characteristics while enhancing the flavour with just the right amount of brown sugar and other important ingredients.

Can I Make-Ahead The Cobbler?

You can bake the cobbler the day before and leave it on the counter for 2 days, then store in the refrigerator for another 2 days. You can also chill it in the refrigerator for 4 days, covered, but make sure it’s completely cooled uncovered before. This can take from 3 to 5 hours. Before serving, let the cobbler stand at room temperature for about 1 hour. If you like it warmed up, then reheat in a preheated 350°F oven for about 20 minutes.

Can I Make A Strawberry Cobbler With Frozen Strawberries?

Fresh strawberries are ideal, but frozen ones work just as well. Be sure to thaw the frozen strawberries completely first before using them.

How To Store Strawberry Cobbler

Counter: You can leave the cobbler on the counter tightly wrapped for a 2 days, then store in the refrigerator for 2 days.

Refrigerator: You can store the cobbler in the refrigerator for about 4 days. Make sure you allow to cool before putting it wrapped in the fridge.

Freezer: You can bake the cobbler, cool it on the counter, and then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and top with aluminum foil. You can freeze it for up to 1 month. Keep in mind that the cobbler might become soggy when frozen and reheated.

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It’s strawberry season, so let’s take advantage of it! Check out these other delicious recipes made with strawberries.

Homemade Strawberry Cobbler

Prep Time: 15 min
Bake Time: 30 min
Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 6-7 servings

INGREDIENTS

3 cups of strawberries, sliced
¾ tbsp. lemon juice
2 cups flour
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter
1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
Baking spray
Whipped Cream (homemade or store bought)

Equipment Needed

2 bowls
9”x 9” glass baking dish
Whisk
Stand mixer

How To Make A Strawberry Cobbler

Preheat the oven to 350°C and spray a 9”x 9” glass baking dish with baking spray.

In a large bowl, drizzle the sliced strawberries with lemon juice and toss to combine. Add the cornstarch to the strawberries and toss to combine. Marinate the strawberries for 20 minutes.

In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, the baking powder, and the kosher salt. Set the bowl to the side.

In the stand mixer bowl, beat the butter, the brown sugar, and the vanilla until well-blended. Slowly add the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles little crumbs. Pour the strawberries mixture into the baking dish. Drop the dough evenly on top of strawberries.

Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top of the cobbler is lightly browned. The filling should be bubbly around the sides.

Serve warm with whipped cream.

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