Description
Enjoy a classic Southern Strawberry Cobbler with juicy strawberries baked in a buttery, fluffy batter. This delightful dessert is perfect for summer and pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Start by washing the strawberries thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or pesticides.
- Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops and slicing them in half or quarters, depending on their size.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Gently toss until the strawberries are well coated. Let this mixture sit for about 15-20 minutes to release their juices.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon (if using).
- Pour in the whole milk and melted butter into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Spoon the macerated strawberries along with their juices over the batter without stirring.
- Optionally, sprinkle a little extra sugar on top of the strawberries for added sweetness.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
- If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes.
- Scoop out generous portions into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
- Enjoy the warm cobbler while fresh! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave.
Notes
- Feel free to mix in other berries like blueberries or raspberries for a mixed berry cobbler.
- For a less sweet cobbler, reduce the sugar in the strawberry mixture to 1/3 cup.
- For a rustic look, drop spoonfuls of the batter over the strawberries instead of pouring it all in one go.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes