Strawberry Cream Cheese 

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Ingredients

For the Fruit Layer:

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries (halved or quartered)
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the Batter:

  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200 g) sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 200 g cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Other:

  • 1/2 cup (115 g) butter (melted)

Equipment

  • Baking dish (glass like in the image)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Oven

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Strawberries

Wash and cut strawberries.

In a bowl, mix:

  • Strawberries
  • Sugar
  • Lemon juice
  • Cornstarch

Let sit for 10–15 minutes.

👉 This creates a juicy syrup (like in the image).

Step 2: Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture

In another bowl:

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth
  • Add sugar and vanilla
  • Mix until creamy

Set aside.

Step 3: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 4: Add Butter to Dish

Pour melted butter into baking dish.

👉 Do NOT mix anything yet.

Step 5: Make Batter

In a bowl, combine:

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Baking powder
  • Salt

Add milk and mix until smooth.

Step 6: Assemble (Important Method)

  1. Pour batter over melted butter
  2. Do NOT stir
  3. Add strawberry mixture on top
  4. Spoon cream cheese mixture in small chunks across the top

👉 Do NOT mix layers

🔥 This creates:

  • Golden crust
  • Creamy pockets
  • Juicy fruit base

Step 7: Bake

Bake for 40–50 minutes until:

  • Top is golden brown
  • Edges bubbling
  • Cream cheese slightly melted inside

Step 8: Cool Before Serving

Let rest for 10–15 minutes.

👉 Helps filling set and thicken.

Final Result

  • Crispy golden top
  • Soft cake-like texture
  • Juicy strawberry filling
  • Creamy cheese pockets

Exactly like your image 😍

Pro Tips

Use Fresh Strawberries

Better flavor and texture.

Don’t Stir Layers

This is the secret of cobbler texture.

Use Full-Fat Cream Cheese

Gives richer taste.

Let It Rest

Important for structure.

Variations

1. Frozen Strawberries

Use frozen but thaw and drain first.

2. Mixed Berry Cobbler

Add:

  • Blueberries
  • Raspberries

3. Chocolate Twist

Add white chocolate chips.

4. Biscuit Top Version

Replace batter with biscuit dough.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm
  • Add vanilla ice cream 🍨
  • Add whipped cream
  • Drizzle strawberry syrup

Storage

  • Fridge: 3–4 days
  • Reheat before serving

Common Mistakes

Mixing Layers

Ruins cobbler structure.

Too Much Liquid

Drain strawberries if too watery.

Overbaking

Dries the top.

Nutrition (Approx)

  • Calories: 350–450 per serving
  • Carbs: 50–60 g
  • Fat: 15–20 g

Final Thoughts

This strawberry cream cheese cobbler is:

  • Easy
  • Rich and creamy
  • Perfect for beginners
  • A guaranteed crowd favorite

It looks fancy but is very simple to make.

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