Recipe Card
Hook / Quick Description
A golden, buttery cobbler layered with juicy pineapple and rich cream cheese — simple ingredients come together for a luscious, tropical-inspired dessert.
Servings & Timing
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: 45–50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
Dietary Badges
✅ Crowd-Pleasing Dessert
❌ Gluten-Free (unless GF flour is used)
❌ Dairy-Free (contains butter, cream cheese, milk)
Ingredients (checklist-style)
- Butter (1 stick, melted)
- Egg (lightly beaten)
- Milk
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Pineapple (canned tidbits or crushed, drained)
- Cream cheese (cubed or softened for layering)
Instructions (Quick Version)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, egg, and milk until smooth.
- Pour batter over melted butter (do not stir).
- Evenly spoon drained pineapple across the top.
- Dot with cubes of cream cheese.
- Bake 35–40 minutes, until golden and set.
- Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Do not stir butter into batter — the layering creates the cobbler crust.
- Use crushed pineapple for more even texture, tidbits for chunkier bites.
- Best served warm!
Introduction
This cobbler is the kind of recipe that tastes like it took hours, but in reality, it’s just a handful of pantry staples plus fruit and cream cheese. The combination of sweet pineapple, creamy filling, and buttery crust makes this a perfect potluck dessert, Sunday dinner treat, or “just because” bake.
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
Step 1: Prep the Dish
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place butter in a 9×13-inch dish and let it melt while the oven warms.
Step 2: Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, milk, and egg until smooth.
Step 3: Layer the Cobbler
Pour batter directly over melted butter in the baking dish. Don’t stir — this method allows the cobbler topping to rise through the fruit as it bakes.
Step 4: Add Pineapple & Cream Cheese
Spoon drained pineapple evenly across the batter. Dot with small cubes of cream cheese.
Step 5: Bake & Serve
Bake 35–40 minutes, until golden brown on top and set in the middle. Let cool slightly before serving.
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Pineapple: Fresh pineapple works, but canned (drained) is easiest.
- Cream Cheese: Use full-fat for the creamiest pockets, or whipped for lighter texture.
- Sugar: Swap white sugar for brown sugar for a caramel-like depth.
- Flour: Gluten-free all-purpose blends work well.
Variations & Serving Suggestions
- Tropical Twist: Add shredded coconut or chopped macadamia nuts.
- Berry Version: Replace pineapple with blueberries or peaches.
- Cinnamon Sugar Topping: Sprinkle 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar over batter before baking for extra flavor.
Serving Ideas
- Best served warm with vanilla ice cream.
- For brunch, pair with coffee or mimosas.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in a covered container.
- Reheating: Warm in microwave or low oven until just heated through.
- Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 1 month; thaw overnight before reheating.
Nutrition (Approx. per serving, without toppings)
Calories: ~290 kcal | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Carbs: 36g
Allergens: Contains gluten, dairy, and egg.
FAQ
Q: Can I use fresh pineapple?
Yes! Just cut into small chunks and make sure it’s not overly juicy, or it may water down the batter.
Q: Can I use light cream cheese?
Yes, though texture will be slightly softer.
Q: Do I need to stir the layers together?
No — the magic of cobbler is that the batter rises around the fruit as it bakes.
Personal Note
This cobbler reminds me of summer cookouts with my family — it’s tropical, creamy, and comforting all at once. It’s also one of those desserts that feels fancy but is secretly effortless.
