Description
A classic Strawberry Cobbler recipe featuring fresh, sweet strawberries baked with a tender homemade biscuit-like batter. This dessert is perfect warm, served with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat that captures the flavor of ripe summer berries in a comforting baked dish.
Ingredients
Strawberries
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (900g)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (about 67g)
Batter
- 9 tablespoons unsalted butter (120g)
- 2¼ cup all-purpose flour (270g)
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar (about 133g)
- 1¼ cup milk (300ml)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cobbler.
- Macerate the strawberries: In a large bowl, mix the hulled and halved strawberries with 1/3 cup of sugar. Let them sit to release their natural juices, enhancing their sweetness and flavor.
- Melt the butter: Place the unsalted butter in a 13x9-inch baking dish and put it in the oven until fully melted, approximately 10 minutes.
- Prepare the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and the remaining 2/3 cup sugar. Add milk and vanilla extract, stirring just until combined to keep the batter light and tender.
- Assemble the cobbler: Carefully remove the baking dish with melted butter from the oven. Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter—this will create a buttery base. Spoon the macerated strawberries over the batter, discarding any excess liquid left in the strawberry bowl to prevent sogginess.
- Bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the batter on top is golden brown and you see the strawberry juices bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for about 15 minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Make sure to discard excess strawberry juice to prevent the cobbler from becoming too watery.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- The butter melts first to create a rich base that soaks into the batter while baking, adding moisture and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter; stir just until combined to keep the texture tender.
- Serve warm for the best taste experience, especially with vanilla ice cream.
