Pineapple Cream Cheese Cobbler

This Pineapple Cream Cheese Cobbler is a golden, bubbly, irresistibly cozy dessert that combines tropical sweetness with rich, creamy pockets of melt-in-your-mouth goodness. With a buttery base, a simple pour-over batter, juicy pineapple chunks, and tender bursts of cream cheese, this cobbler bakes into a beautifully layered treat that practically makes itself. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or just an easy anytime dessert, it’s pure comfort with a bright fruity twist.

Ingredients

• 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
• 2 cans (20 oz each) pineapple chunks, drained
• 8 oz cream cheese, cut into small pieces

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the butter in a 9×13-inch glass baking dish and place it in the oven to melt. Once melted, remove from the oven.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, milk, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
4. Pour the batter directly over the melted butter without stirring this creates the classic cobbler layering effect.
5. Add the pineapple chunks on top, spreading them into an even layer as best as possible.
6. Drop the cream cheese pieces evenly over the pineapple.
7. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, the edges are bubbling, and the center is set.
8. Let cool slightly and serve warm plain or topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Variation

• Use crushed pineapple instead of chunks for a more uniform, pudding-like texture.
• Swap pineapple for peaches, keeping the same method for a classic Southern-style cream cheese cobbler.
• Add shredded coconut to the batter for a tropical flair that pairs beautifully with the pineapple.
• Mix a little cinnamon into the batter for a warm, cozy flavor twist.
• Add a splash of rum extract to the batter or pineapple for a deeper, island-inspired aroma.

Cooking Notes

• Do not stir the batter into the butter the separated layers create the cobbler’s signature rise and golden top.
• If your pineapple is very juicy, blot slightly with paper towels to prevent excess moisture in the cobbler.
• Cream cheese softens and melts into little creamy pockets cut the cubes small for even distribution.
• Glass baking dishes brown more evenly for cobblers, so stick to glass if possible.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, allowing it to melt into the buttery cobbler layers.
• Add a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted coconut for a tropical finish.
• Perfect for brunch, holidays, summer cookouts, or a cozy weekend treat.
• Refrigerate leftovers and warm gently for 10–15 seconds before serving for best texture.

Tips

• Ensure butter fully covers the bottom of the dish this prevents sticking and helps with caramelization.
• Don’t overmix the batter; gentle whisking keeps the cobbler light and tender.
• If you want more tang, use Neufchâtel cheese instead of cream cheese.
• Check the cobbler at 40 minutes ovens vary, and you want a golden, not overly browned, top.

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use fresh or frozen pineapple instead of canned?
2. Does the cream cheese need to be softened before adding?
3. Can I make this cobbler ahead of time?
4. What size pan works if I don’t have a 9×13 dish?

Conclusion

Warm, buttery, fruity, and luxuriously creamy, this Pineapple Cream Cheese Cobbler is one of those magical “dump-and-bake” desserts that tastes like you spent hours preparing it. Simple ingredients, low effort, and big flavor this is comfort dessert at its finest. Serve it warm, savor every bite, and get ready for it to become a new family favorite.

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