Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler
Try my Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler for the best strawberry cobbler! This homemade strawberry cobbler recipe is made with fresh strawberries and a homemade cake batter and baked to perfection in the oven. Top it with some vanilla ice cream for a delicious strawberry dessert!
Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler
Do you love fruit cobblers? Love strawberries?
If so, then you’re going to LOVE today’s recipe for my Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler!
Made with fresh, diced strawberries and a delicious, buttery homemade cake batter, this Southern strawberry cobbler is the absolute BEST fruit cobbler you’ll ever eat!
Top it with a big ol’ scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and this will be the Summer strawberry dessert you’ll want to make again and again.
Keep reading for the full recipe below and check out my video tutorial over here!
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Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler
I don’t know about you but strawberries are my favorite fruit in the whole wide world!
Every year when strawberry season hits I love making as many strawberry recipes as I can.
From Fresh Strawberry Pie to Strawberry Upside Down Cake to Strawberry Coffee Cake, I can’t get enough.
But this Homemade Strawberry Cobbler?
Probably the most delicious and EASY strawberry dessert I’ve ever made!
Reasons You’ll Love Old Fashioned Strawberry Cobbler:
#1 – It’s so yummy!
The warm homemade cake paired with fresh strawberries makes for the most incredibly delicious flavor.
Plus fresh strawberry cobbler is the epitome of a Southern comfort dessert and I can’t get enough of it!
#2 – It’s so easy!
You just mix up your cobbler cake batter, pour it in the pan, add strawberries on top, and bake it.
Easy peasy and perfect for those days where you want a yummy but simple dessert after dinner.
Easy Strawberry Cobbler Recipe Variations
One of my favorite things about this old fashioned strawberry cobbler, is you can easily switch up the flavors or add yummy toppings.
Below are some simple recipe variations and ideas on what to serve with your strawberry cobbler.
- Add additional lemon juice and zest for a delicious and tangy strawberry lemon flavor
- Create a mixed berry cobbler by adding in blackberries, raspberries, or blueberries. (Or try my delish blueberry cobbler)
- Add in some crushed pineapple for a yummy strawberry pineapple cobbler.
What to Serve with Strawberry Cobbler
Strawberry cobbler is delicious without anything added, but I always love to serve my warm cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or some whipped cream on top.
You could also top it with a drizzle of cream cheese icing or lemon glaze.
Easy Strawberry Cobbler FAQ’s
What is cobbler topping made of?
My homemade cakey strawberry cobbler topping is made with just 5 ingredients – self-rising flour, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
Can I substitute all-purpose flour for self-rising flour?
Yes. If you don’t have self-rising flour you can still make this recipe with all-purpose flour and baking powder.
Learn how to make your own with this easy homemade recipe.
How long do you cook strawberry cobbler?
This cobbler typically takes 35-40 minutes to bake, but it can vary depending on your oven and the type of baking dish you use.
Why is my cobbler soggy?
If your cobbler is soggy, it is likely because you added too much liquid or not enough flour.
Make sure you’re following the exact measurements listed in the recipe card and using measuring cups/spoons.
I also HIGHLY recommend using a food scale to weigh your flour.
It’s one of my essential baking tools and will really improve your baking.
Does strawberry cobbler need to be refrigerated?
Yes, homemade strawberry cobbler should always be refrigerated in an airtight container.
This keeps it fresher longer and ensures it doesn’t grow mold it in it (yuck!)
How long does strawberry cobbler last in the fridge?
When kept in the fridge, strawberry cobbler will remain fresh for up to 3 days.
How to Store and Reheat Strawberry Cobbler
Refrigerate any leftover strawberry cobbler in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
To reheat, you can either microwave individual servings for 20-30 seconds or until warm, or bake covered with aluminum foil in the oven at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes, or until heated.
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How to Make Old Fashioned Strawberry Cobbler (Step-by-Step)
Homemade strawberry cobbler really is one of the easiest strawberry desserts you can make because it comes together quickly with just a few simple ingredients.
Below I’ve included all the ingredients and recommended kitchen tools that you’ll need to make this easy strawberry cobbler.
Strawberry Cobbler Ingredients:
- fresh strawberries
- granulated sugar
- fresh lemon juice or orange juice
- self rising flour
- whole milk
- vanilla extract
- unsalted butter
Recommended Kitchen Tools:
- Baking Dish (9×13 rectangle, oval dish, or cast iron pan)
- Glass Mixing Bowls
- Cutting Board
- Paring Knife
- Rubber Spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Cooling Rack
Step 1: Prepare Strawberries for Strawberry Cobbler
To make your strawberry cobbler you’ll first need to prepare your strawberries by washing them, de-stemming, and cutting them with a paring knife.
I prefer smaller more bite-size pieces of strawberry in my cobbler so I like to dice them into quarters, but you can leave the strawberries whole or slice them in half, if preferred.
Step 2: Combine with Sugar & Lemon Juice
After cutting your strawberries you will place them in a mixing bowl with 1/3 cup of granulated sugar and 2 tbsp of either fresh lemon juice or orange juice, and gently stir together until combined.
You don’t have to stir it long, just long enough that the strawberries are evenly coated in the sugar.
Once combined together it will be a syrup-like mixture.
*To ensure your cobbler isn’t mushy or runny, I recommend draining off some of the excess strawberry syrup liquid before adding on top of your cobbler batter.
Step 3: Make Cobbler Cake Batter
Next prepare your cobbler cake batter by combining melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and warm milk in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until combined and then gently fold in your flour.
The batter will be similar to a muffin batter and just as you would do when making muffins – DO NOT OVERMIX.
It’s okay if there are a few lumps in the batter, stir until just combined.
Step 4: Pour in Pan and Bake
Add the batter into your prepared baking dish and top evenly with the prepared strawberries.
Don’t stir your strawberries into your batter just add them on top and let them bake as-is.
Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until the cobber crust is a light golden brown.
Step 5: Let Cool & Serve
Let the strawberry cobbler cool on a cooling rack for 10 minutes before serving warm.
Eat as is, or top with some vanilla ice cream (my favorite) or whipped cream.
It’s SO good and you’ll want to make it again and again!
Homemade Strawberry Cobbler Recipe & Video Tutorial
PrintOld Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler
Try my Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler for the best strawberry cobbler! This homemade strawberry cobbler recipe is made with fresh strawberries and a homemade cake batter and baked to perfection in the oven. Top it with some vanilla ice cream for a delicious strawberry dessert!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Strawberry Mixture
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, cleaned and diced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice or orange juice
Cobbler Cake Batter
- 1 cup self rising flour
- 1/3–1/2 cup granulated sugar (if strawberries are sweeter in season use 1/3 cup)
- 1 cup whole milk, warm
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare strawberries by washing, de-stemming, and cutting strawberries with a paring knife. I prefer smaller more bite-size pieces of strawberry in my cobbler so I like to dice them into quarters, but you can leave the strawberries whole or slice them in half, if preferred.
- Place cut strawberries in a mixing bowl with 1/3 cup sugar and fresh lemon juice (or orange juice) and gently stir until combined. You don’t have to stir it long, just long enough that the strawberries are evenly coated in sugar.
- Once combined together it will be an almost-syrup like mixture. To ensure your cobbler isn’t mushy or runny, I recommend draining off some of the excess strawberry syrup liquid before adding on top of your cobbler batter.
- Next, preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×13 casserole dish (or something similar) with melted butter or non-stick spray. I used an oval dish like this or you could even use a cast-iron.
- In a large mixing bowl use a whisk to combine melted butter, sugar, milk that has been warmed for 30-45 seconds in the microwave, and vanilla extract. Once mixed, add in flour and gently stir until just combined. A few lumps are okay and you don’t want to overmix it.
- Pour cobbler cake batter into prepared baking dish. Evenly top with strawberries and do not stir.
- Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until the cobbler crust is a light golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving warm.
- If desired, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy!
Notes
- Strawberry cobbler is best enjoyed fresh the same day, but leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Re-heat individual servings in the microwave for 30 seconds – 1 minute or until warm.
More Delicious Strawberry Recipes:
- Fresh Strawberry Pie
- Luscious Strawberry Pineapple Cake
- Strawberry Upside Down Cake
- Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins
- Strawberry Coffee Cake
- 5-Ingredient Strawberry Poke Cake
I hope you enjoyed today’s recipe for my Old Fashioned Easy Strawberry Cobbler! Do you love homemade strawberry cobbler too? Let me know in the comments below!
Thanks for stopping by! – Cara
This was easy to put together and delicious! I served it with vanilla bean ice cream. I will definitely be making over and over again!
Thanks so much!
I love this recipe! It is so good! But respectfully, I would like to print the recipe of for convenient future reference, and when I went to do that, it doesn’t look like it’s printing right, there’s 4 pages and lots of blank spaces on each page, is there anyway you might be able to attempt to resolve this? Thank you in advance!! Will be looking into more recipes on your website!
Thanks Anna, so glad you enjoyed it! I contacted the company who handles my ads and after looking into the issue, they said it should now be fixed. When you go to print the recipe you should be able to print it without ads, but let me know if you still have any issues. Thank you!