Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler Recipe

Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler is the ultimate summer dessert made with sweet strawberries, tart rhubarb, and a buttery golden topping.

This nostalgic dessert is beloved for its balance – bright, fruity, and not overly sweet – making it the perfect treat after a backyard barbecue or family picnic. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed cold the next day, this cobbler is a crowd-pleaser.

Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler is as simple as it is satisfying that’s so easy to make and seasonally delicious. Using just a handful of seasonal ingredients—juicy strawberries, sliced rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, and a quick homemade batter topping – it comes together quickly in one baking dish.

Ingredients

Filling

• 1 pound fresh rhubarb stalks, sliced thinly
• 3 baskets fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon butter for dish

Topping

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 12 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup boiling water

(Serves 8-10)

To Prepare:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, combine rhubarb, strawberries, sugar and cornstarch. Toss to combine.
3. Butter a 13 x 9 casserole dish, add filling to dish.
4. In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar and baking powder on low speed.
5. Add butter and mix on low until coarse crumbs, about 3 minutes
6. Add vanilla and boiling water and mix until just combined, 30 seconds.
7. Pour topping over fruit in pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Remove and let cool to room temperature.
9. Spoon into bowls and serve with ice cream. Enjoy!

I love to serve this Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler after a casual summertime meal because the sweet berries and tangy rhubarb create a dessert that’s so fun and tasty.