Cakey Strawberry Cobbler

Cakey Strawberry Cobbler

Cakey Strawberry Cobbler is a delicious dessert that combines the sweetness of juicy strawberries with a tender and cake-like topping. It's an easy-to-make treat that's perfect for using up fresh or frozen strawberries when they are in season. Here's a simple recipe to make a cakey strawberry cobbler:

Ingredients:

For the strawberry filling:

4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (or frozen strawberries, thawed and drained)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch

For the cakey topping:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For serving (optional):

Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
In a medium bowl, mix the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until the strawberries are coated evenly. Let the strawberry mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the juices to release.
Meanwhile, in a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt for the cakey topping.
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter will be thick and smooth.
Pour the strawberry filling into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Drop spoonfuls of the cakey topping batter over the strawberry filling, covering it as much as possible.
Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean.
Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve the cakey strawberry cobbler warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.