Easy Strawberry Cobbler (Gluten-Free)

This simple fruit dessert is perfect for making the most of the strawberry season. It’s packed with sweet, juicy strawberries and topped with a buttery crust that bakes until golden. This easy summer cobbler is a must-try!

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Fresh Strawberry Dessert

Fresh Strawberry cobbler is the perfect way to take advantage of strawberry season. It has a Juicy, sweet berry filling that bakes until bubbling and a golden, buttery topping that’s soft, tender, and biscuit-like. It’s easy to make and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

This fruit cobbler is a quick, make-ahead dessert that uses simple ingredients. Prepare the filling and topping separately, then assemble and bake when you’re ready. It’s easy to make and a crowd-pleasing recipe for spring and summer gatherings. For more strawberry desserts without gluten, here is the link to this amazing strawberry crisp.

What goes in: ingredient notes

Some NOTES about the main ingredients of this recipe:

• Strawberries: Use fresh, ripe, and sweet strawberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen strawberries can also work, but thaw and drain them first to avoid a watery filling.
• Cornstarch: Thickens and creates a jammy filling.
• Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice.
• Orange zest: gives a hint of citrus flavor.
• Butter: unsalted butter, melted.
• Buttermilk: or if you don’t have buttermilk, replace with milk with drops of lemon juice.

How to make this easy strawberry cobbler

For the topping: Whisk the gluten-free all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the buttermilk and melted butter, then mix. Avoid overmixing. Cover and refrigerate the topping for 30 minutes. Chilling makes the dough easier to scoop and helps it hold its shape while baking.

For the filling: Toss the chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, orange zest, and cornstarch in a large bowl. Set aside to macerate.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a 9-inch baking dish.

Place the strawberry filling in the baking dish and drop scoops of dough on top of the strawberries.

Bake for 50 minutes or until the batter is golden brown and the strawberry juices are bubbling. Let cool for 15 minutes and allow the dessert to set.

Serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3 days.

Good to know: baking tips

• Strawberries: you can use fresh or frozen, but it’s best with fresh strawberries. Choose ripe, bright red, and sweet strawberries.
• Don’t overmix the dough: Mix the ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can make the topping dense.
• Ahead of time: You can make the filling and topping separately, and assemble and bake just before serving.
• Resting time: Let the cobbler rest for 15 minutes after baking so that the filling can thicken slightly and set.
• Mixed berry cobbler: Combine blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries with the strawberries for flavour and colour.

You might wonder: FAQ

Can I use frozen strawberries for this cobbler? Yes, you can use frozen strawberries, but don’t thaw them. Keep in mind that frozen berries release more liquid as they bake.

Can I use other berries in this cobbler? Yes, replace some of the strawberries with blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries. Keep in mind that different berries can vary in sweetness and in how much liquid they release as they bake.

Can I make this strawberry cobbler ahead of time? Yes. You can make it in advance and reheat it briefly in the oven before serving.

For more gluten-free baking with berry recipes

If you love easy fruit desserts, you might also enjoy gluten-free recipes:

• Strawberry Crisp
• Strawberry Bars
• Strawberry Panna Cotta
• Blueberry Galette
• Blueberry Crisp

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