Description

Pecan Pie Cobbler is a delightful twist on traditional pecan pie, combining a moist, tender cobbler base with a rich, gooey pecan topping. This easy-to-make dessert features a buttery batter topped with crunchy pecans and a luscious brown sugar syrup, baked to golden perfection. Perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, it’s a comforting treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, melted

Toppings & Additions

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups hot water
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined. This forms the base dry mix for the cobbler batter.
Add wet ingredients: Stir in the whole milk and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, then gradually add the melted butter, stirring until you achieve a smooth, cohesive batter without lumps.
Assemble base and pecans: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking dish. Next, sprinkle the chopped pecans uniformly over the top of the batter to create a crunchy nut layer.
Prepare brown sugar syrup: In a separate bowl, dissolve the packed brown sugar in the hot water by stirring thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and liquid sugar is completely dissolved.
Pour syrup gently: Carefully pour the brown sugar mixture over the batter and pecans in the dish without mixing it in. This will allow the syrup to seep through during baking, creating a gooey topping.
Bake the cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. The cobbler is done when the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
Cool and serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly for a few minutes after baking. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added richness and flavor.

Notes

For best results, use fresh pecans to maintain their crunch and flavor.
You can substitute whole milk with 2% milk if preferred, although whole milk adds more richness.
Do not stir the brown sugar syrup into the batter; pouring it on top as instructed helps create distinct layers and a gooey texture.
This cobbler is excellent when served warm, but leftovers can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
Adjust baking time slightly if using a different size or type of baking dish.