Imagine sinking your fork into a warm, golden-crusted dessert bursting with juicy strawberries, without breaking your diet plan! This Weight Watchers Freestyle Strawberry Cobbler is the sweet miracle you've been waiting for - a dessert that proves healthy eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor. With its perfect balance of fresh fruit and light, tender crust, this recipe will become your new go-to treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping you on track with your wellness goals.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries, 1/2 cup of sugar, and lemon juice. Gently mix and let the fruit macerate for 10 minutes to release natural juices.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Pour in milk and melted butter into the dry ingredients. Stir until a smooth batter forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Spread the macerated strawberries evenly across the prepared baking dish, including any accumulated juices.
- Carefully pour the batter over the strawberries, ensuring it covers most of the fruit but does not need to be perfectly uniform.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes. The cobbler will continue to set as it cools.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with a small scoop of low-fat vanilla yogurt or light whipped cream.
Tips
- Choose ripe, in-season strawberries for the most intense flavor and natural sweetness.
- Let strawberries macerate for the full 10 minutes to release maximum juices and develop deeper taste.
- Don't overmix the batter - a few small lumps are perfectly fine and will ensure a tender crust.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a tiny bit of cinnamon into the strawberry mixture for warmth.
- Use a light-colored baking dish to prevent over-browning and ensure even baking.
- Check the cobbler at the 30-minute mark to prevent potential over-browning.
- Let the cobbler rest for the recommended 10-15 minutes to allow the structure to set properly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 300kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
