This rich and creamy dessert combines juicy strawberries, velvety cream cheese custard, and a buttery cobbler-style cake topping baked until golden and bubbling. Every bite is sweet, creamy, fruity, and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
Strawberry Layer
4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1/3 cup sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp lemon juice
Cream Cheese Custard
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
Cobbler Cake Batter
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 45 mins | Total: 1 hr 5 mins
Kcal: 420 | Protein: 6g | Servings: 8
Instructions
1. Prepare the Strawberries
In a bowl, mix strawberries with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Make the Custard Filling
Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
3. Prepare the Batter
In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until combined.
4. Assemble the Cobbler
Grease a baking dish. Spread the batter evenly into the dish. Spoon cream cheese custard over the batter, then top with the strawberry mixture.
5. Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
6. Cool & Serve
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Description
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Custard Cobbler Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert with layers of juicy strawberries, creamy cheesecake-style custard, and soft buttery cobbler cake. Perfect for spring gatherings, holidays, or whenever you crave a rich fruity dessert.
