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Strawberry Cobbler

Strawberry cobbler with a golden-brown buttermilk biscuit topping and juicy strawberry filling peeking through as it bakes. A classic summer baked dessert with a bubbly fruit layer and tender biscuit spoonfuls.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
resting 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370

Ingredients
  

strawberries
  • 3 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp coarse sugar
cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp cinnamon
all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cup all-purpose flour
baking powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
salt
  • 0.5 tsp salt
butter
  • 0.5 cup cold butter, cubed
buttermilk
  • 0.75 cup buttermilk

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Make the strawberry filling
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F, and set a 9x13 inch baking dish aside for the filling. Keep the oven fully preheated for even bubbling around the edges.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the strawberries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, then toss gently until coated. You should see the fruit shine as the dry ingredients cling.
  3. Pour the strawberry mixture into the 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread it into an even layer so the filling bubbles consistently.
Assemble the cobbler
  1. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Break up any lumps so the biscuit topping bakes up tender.
  2. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stop when you still see small butter bits.
  3. Stir in buttermilk until just combined. The dough should look thick and slightly shaggy, not smooth.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the strawberry mixture, leaving some filling visible. Aim for uneven spacing so the fruit peeks through as it bakes.
  5. Sprinkle coarse sugar over the top for a crisp, golden finish. Use a light, even layer so it caramelizes in the oven.
Bake and rest
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes at 375°F until golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges. Look for a set fruit layer with bubbling visible near the perimeter.
  2. Let the cobbler rest for 10 minutes before serving. This brief rest helps the filling thicken so each scoop holds together.

Notes

For the best juicy filling, toss the strawberries until the cornstarch is fully hydrated and the fruit looks glossy, then spread evenly in the dish. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 4 days; warm portions in the microwave until just heated. Freezing is not recommended because the biscuit topping and thawed strawberries can turn softer than fresh. For a lower-sugar option, reduce granulated sugar to 1/2 cup and keep the cornstarch the same to help thicken the juices.