Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler

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🍓 Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler – Sweet, Creamy Comfort Dessert

✨ Introduction

There’s something magical about a warm cobbler fresh from the oven—especially when it’s bursting with juicy strawberries and pockets of creamy, tangy cheese. This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is the perfect mix of rustic comfort and indulgent sweetness. It’s easy to make (just like your favorite quick desserts like your Death by Chocolate Dump Cake 😉), yet impressive enough to wow anyone at the table.

🧾 Ingredients

🍓 Fruit Layer

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 3/4 cup sugar

🧁 Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

🧀 Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
    Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
  2. Prepare Strawberries
    In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries with 3/4 cup sugar. Let sit for 10–15 minutes until juicy.
  3. Make Cream Cheese Mixture
    In another bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  4. Prepare Batter
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and mix until smooth.
  5. Assemble Cobbler
    • Pour melted butter into a baking dish (do not stir).
    • Pour batter over the butter (again, do not mix).
    • Spoon strawberries evenly over the batter.
    • Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese mixture on top.
  6. Bake
    Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Cool Slightly & Serve
    Let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

🔥 Methods & Tips

  • Do NOT stir layers: This creates the cobbler’s signature texture.
  • Use fresh strawberries for best flavor, but frozen (thawed) works too.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest for extra depth.
  • Bake until the top is golden and edges are caramelized.

📜 History of Cobbler

Cobbler is a classic dessert that dates back to early American settlers in the 19th century. Without traditional ovens or proper ingredients for pies, they created simple fruit desserts topped with biscuit-like batter. Over time, cobblers evolved into many variations—including this rich and creamy modern twist.

🍰 Formation (What Makes It Special)

This cobbler forms its own layers while baking:

  • A buttery crust on the bottom
  • A soft cake-like middle
  • Juicy strawberry filling
  • Creamy pockets of melted cream cheese on top

It’s a beautiful “self-layering” dessert!

❤️ Lovers of This Recipe

This dessert is perfect for:

  • Strawberry lovers 🍓
  • Cheesecake fans 🧀
  • Cozy dessert enthusiasts
  • Anyone who loves quick, homemade treats (just like your baking style!)

🏁 Conclusion

Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler is the kind of dessert that feels like home—warm, sweet, and comforting. It’s easy enough for everyday baking but special enough for guests. One bite, and you’ll understand why it’s irresistible!

👉 Be honest… would YOU eat this? 😏🍓

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