Description
This Pecan Pie Cobbler combines the rich, buttery flavors of classic pecan pie with a soft, cake-like cobbler topping. With a luscious pecan base, sweet brown sugar, and a tender, cinnamon-spiced batter baked under a bubbling sugary topping, this dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. Simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious, it serves 12 and brings the warmth of pecan pie in a new comforting form.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190 grams, spooned and leveled)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup whole milk (180 ml)
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85 grams; melted, ¾ stick)
Pecan Topping and Filling
- 2 cups pecan halves or lightly chopped pecans (divided: 1 ½ cups and ½ cup)
- 1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar (200 grams)
- 1 ½ cups boiling water (360 ml)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) to ensure it is at the correct temperature when the cobbler is ready to bake.
- Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add the milk and vanilla extract; mix just until combined to avoid overmixing and keep the batter tender. Set aside.
- Layer Butter and Pecans: Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Evenly sprinkle 1 ½ cups of pecan halves or chopped pecans over the butter layer.
- Add Batter Layer: Carefully pour the prepared batter on top of the butter and pecans without stirring, gently spreading it to create an even layer.
- Top with Sugar and Pecans: Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the batter, then distribute the remaining ½ cup of pecans on top.
- Add Boiling Water: Slowly and gently pour the boiling water over the top of the entire dish without stirring. This will create a syrupy filling as it bakes.
- Bake: Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the filling is bubbling. Test doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center of the topping; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Do not stir after adding the boiling water – this creates the cobbler’s signature layered texture with a gooey pecan filling underneath the cake-like top.
- Use freshly chopped pecans for the best texture and flavor.
- This dessert is best served warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Ensure the flour is spooned and leveled for accurate measurement and ideal cobbler texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
