Pineapple Cream Cheese Cobbler Recipe
This Pineapple Cream Cheese Cobbler is a delightful dessert that features a buttery base topped with sweet pineapple chunks and creamy pieces of cream cheese. Baked to golden perfection, this cobbler offers a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, ideal for serving warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Author: Amy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Base & Batter
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Fruit & Topping
- 2 cans (20 oz each) pineapple chunks, drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, cut into small pieces
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cobbler evenly.
- Melt Butter: Melt the butter completely and pour it into a 9×13-inch glass baking dish to create a buttery bottom layer.
- Prepare Batter: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Base: Pour the batter directly over the melted butter in the baking dish without stirring. This will allow the batter to form a distinct bottom layer as it bakes.
- Add Pineapple: Evenly distribute the drained pineapple chunks across the surface of the batter for a consistent fruit layer.
- Add Cream Cheese: Drop the small pieces of cream cheese evenly over the top of the pineapple layer to add creamy pockets throughout the cobbler.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling, indicating it’s fully baked.
- Serve: Serve the cobbler warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple chunks are well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the cobbler.
- You can substitute cream cheese with mascarpone for a slightly different creamy texture.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Best enjoyed fresh and warm but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving for a warm dessert experience.
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