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Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe

Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe

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  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Pecan Pie Cobbler is a delightful Southern-inspired dessert that combines the rich, nutty flavors of pecan pie with a soft, cobbler-style cake base. This easy-to-make recipe layers a buttery cake batter with a sweet pecan and brown sugar topping that magically separates during baking to create a gooey bottom layer topped with a golden crust. Perfect for family gatherings or a comforting treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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For the Cobbler Base

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Butter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring it evenly coats the entire bottom.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually stir in the milk and vanilla extract to the dry mix, combining until the batter is smooth with a slightly lumpy texture—avoid overmixing.
  4. Pour Batter Over Butter: Carefully pour the batter on top of the melted butter in the baking dish. Do not stir; let the batter settle naturally.
  5. Add Pecans and Brown Sugar: Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the batter, followed by an even layer of packed light brown sugar.
  6. Pour Hot Water: Slowly and carefully pour hot water over the pecan and brown sugar layer, distributing it evenly without stirring.
  7. Bake the Cobbler: Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the cobbler is bubbly and set.
  8. Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the cobbler to rest for 10-15 minutes. This cooling period enables the layers to settle and the gooey bottom to form before serving.

Notes

  • Do not stir after layering; this allows the magical separation of layers during baking.
  • Use hot water for best results in achieving the gooey bottom layer.
  • Let the cobbler rest before serving to allow the syrupy bottom to firm up slightly.
  • This dessert is best enjoyed warm, optionally served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of recipe)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 40 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: pecan pie cobbler, pecan dessert, southern dessert, easy cobbler recipe, pecan pie recipe, nutty dessert

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