Name: Strawberry Cobbler (Old-Fashioned Southern Dessert)
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup milk; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Ingredients

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Strawberry Filling

4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Cobbler Topping

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss until the strawberries are evenly coated and set aside to allow the juices to release.

Step 2: Make the Batter

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add milk while whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be pourable but not too thin.

Step 3: Assemble the Cobbler

Pour melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour the batter evenly over the butter—do not stir. Spoon the strawberry mixture evenly over the batter, including all the juices. Again, do not stir.

Step 4: Bake

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the strawberries are bubbling around the edges.

Step 5: Cool Slightly

Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to thicken slightly and makes serving easier.

Notes

Do not stir the layers—this is key to the classic cobbler texture.
Use ripe, sweet strawberries for best flavor.
Frozen strawberries can be used but should be thawed and drained first.
Baking dish size affects thickness; avoid overcrowding.