Gluten Free Strawberry Cobbler
This Gluten Free Strawberry Cobbler is warm, jammy, and topped with a golden biscuit-style cobbler topping that's soft in the center with lightly crisp edges. The sweet strawberry filling bubbles underneath while the buttery topping soaks up all the bright berry flavor, creating the perfect balance of cozy and fresh.
It's the kind of delicious dessert that feels perfect during strawberry season, especially when you want something simple but comforting. Whether you serve it for family gatherings, summer evenings, or as an easy weekend bake, this gluten free strawberry cobbler is one of those easy desserts everyone goes back for seconds of.
If you love baking with fresh fruit, be sure to try our Strawberry Rhubarb Bread and Strawberry Crisp next.
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Ingredients
This gluten-free strawberry cobbler uses simple ingredients to create a bubbly fruit filling with a soft biscuit topping.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
- Fresh Strawberries: The star of the recipe. Fresh berries create a juicy filling with plenty of strawberry flavor.
- Cornstarch: Helps thicken the filling as it bakes.
- Lemon Juice: Brings a little brightness and balances the sweetness of the berries.
- Ground Cinnamon: A small amount adds warmth without overpowering the strawberries.
- Gluten-Free Flour: Forms the cobbler topping. If your blend already contains xanthan gum, there's no need to add extra.
- Granulated Sugar: Sweetens both the filling and the topping.
- Cold Butter: Creates those buttery pockets throughout the topping.
- Whole Milk: Adds moisture and helps bring the dough together.
- Large Egg: Gives the topping structure and helps it hold together as it bakes.
To make this cobbler, grab a 1 ¼-quart tart pan, mixing bowls, a pastry cutter and measuring cups and spoons.
Variations
- Mixed Berry Version: Swap some of the strawberries for blackberries, blueberries, or raspberries.
- Extra Citrus Flavor: Add lemon zest to the strawberry mixture for a brighter finish.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut oil or dairy-free butter and almond milk instead.
- Warm Spice Addition: Add a little extra cinnamon or vanilla extract for a cozier flavor.
How to Make Gluten Free Strawberry Cobbler
This gluten free cobbler comes together easily in a bowl then added to a baking dish.
Preheat oven to 350F and lightly spray a 1 ¼-quart tart dish with non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, make your cobbler filling by combining strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Add mixture to prepared tart pan.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk flour, sugar, xanthan gum, and baking powder.
Cut in cold butter and mix with two forks or a pastry cutter. Set aside temporarily.
In a small bowl, whisk together egg and whipping cream, then pour it into flour mixture (note: it will be a little sticky).
Make about 5-6 "stones" and place them on top of the strawberry filling in the tart pan.
If desired, sprinkle ½ tablespoon of extra sugar on top of the batter.
Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until the topping starts to turn golden brown (mine is usually 39 minutes).
Cool slightly to allow it to thicken, then serve warm on its own, or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Hint: Stir the dough just until combined so the topping stays soft.
Recipe Tips
- Use Cold Butter: Chilled butter helps create a tender cobbler topping with the best texture.
- Don't Overmix: Stir the dough just until combined so the topping stays soft.
- Watch the Fruit Filling: The strawberries should be bubbling around the edges before removing from the oven.
- Check Your Flour Blend: If your gluten-free flour blend already contains xanthan gum, you likely won't need to add extra.
For another easy strawberry dessert, our Strawberry Pretzel Salad is perfect for warmer weather gatherings.
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Storage Instructions
- Refrigerator: Store covered or in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months in a freezer-safe container.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the strawberry filling ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Serving Suggestions
- More Desserts for a Crowd: Mixed Berry Crisp (made from frozen berries), Apple Dumplings, Chai Cookies (Taylor Swift's viral recipe), and Strawberry Rhubarb Slab Pie.
Gluten Free Strawberry Cobbler Recipe FAQs
Yes, but they may release more liquid while baking, so you may need a little extra cornstarch, or thaw them fully in a colander so they can release water.
The topping should be golden brown and the strawberry filling should be bubbling around the edges.
Absolutely. Blueberries, blackberries, or peaches work well in this cobbler.
A good gluten-free flour blend designed for baking works best for texture and structure. And if it already has xanthan gum in it, you can omit that from the recipe.
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Gluten Free Strawberry Cobbler
Equipment
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 ¼ Quart Tart Dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Pastry Cutter
Ingredients
FILLING:
- 24 ounces fresh strawberries washed and lightly dried (about 6 cups)
- 100 grams granulated white sugar ½ cup
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
- 204 grams Bob's Red Mill all-purpose gluten free flour about 1 ½ cup
- 75 g granulated white sugar about 6 tbsp
- ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 stick butter salted, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and lightly spray a 1 ¼-quart tart dish with non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, make your cobbler filling by combining strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Add mixture to prepared tart pan.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk flour, sugar, xanthan gum, and baking powder.
- Cut in cold butter and mix with two forks or a pastry cutter. Set aside temporarily.
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg and whipping cream, then pour it into flour mixture (note: it will be a little sticky).
- Make about 5-6 "stones" and place them on top of the strawberry filling in the tart pan.
- If desired, sprinkle ½ tablespoon of extra sugar on top of the batter.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until the topping starts to turn golden brown.
- Cool slightly to allow it to thicken, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use Cold Butter: Chilled butter helps create a tender cobbler topping with the best texture.
- Watch the Fruit Filling: The strawberries should be bubbling around the edges before removing from the oven.
- Check Your Flour Blend: If your gluten-free flour blend already contains xanthan gum, you likely won't need to add extra.
- Don't Overmix: Stir the dough just until combined so the topping stays soft.
- Refrigerator: Store covered or in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months in a freezer-safe container.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the strawberry filling ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
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