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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 1.8-liter casserole dish and set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine strawberries and sugar, tossing until syrupy. Set aside.
03 -
In a large bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
04 -
Add in milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the dry ingredients.
05 -
Stir gently just until combined. A few lumps are preferred to avoid dense crust.
06 -
Pour batter evenly into the prepared dish.
07 -
Using a slotted spoon, distribute strawberries evenly on top of the batter, leaving excess syrup in the bowl. Do NOT stir.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes on the middle rack until golden brown.
09 -
Remove from oven and let cobbler rest for a few minutes before serving.
10 -
Spoon into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream if desired.