Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler
Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler is a classic American dessert featuring a sweet-tart filling of fresh strawberries and tangy rhubarb, topped with a biscuit-like or cakey batter that bakes into a golden, comforting crust. It's a beloved springtime treat, especially in the Midwest and Northeast, where rhubarb thrives in home gardens.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the sugar and flour, with a moderate amount of fat from butter or shortening in the topping. A single serving provides a good dose of vitamin C from the fruit, along with some fiber, and generally ranges from 300 to 400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 56 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 34 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Calcium | 65 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the cobbler represents a rustic, home-style baking tradition where the fruit filling is the star, and the topping is meant to be simple and hearty. Nutritionally, rhubarb is unique as a vegetable used in desserts, adding tartness and fiber, while strawberries contribute natural sweetness and antioxidants.
