Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler Recipe
This Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler is a warm, comforting dessert blending the rich flavors of pumpkin and aromatic spices with a crunchy pecan topping. Perfect for fall gatherings, this easy-to-make cobbler features a moist pumpkin batter topped with a sweet pecan-sugar mixture, baked to bubbly perfection and served best with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup + 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Topping and Other
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 1/2 cups very hot water
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature by the time your batter is ready.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter (or vegetable oil), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Create the Batter: Pour the wet pumpkin mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to create a thick batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Pour the batter into an 8-inch casserole dish with high sides to contain the bubbling liquid during baking.
- Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and chopped pecans evenly.
- Add Topping and Water: Spread the pecan and sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the casserole dish. Carefully pour the very hot water over the entire dish without stirring to maintain distinct layers.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish on a baking sheet to catch any overflow and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the center is set and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Top with extra pecans and a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the best experience.
Notes
- Using very hot water is key to forming the cobbler’s signature sauce while baking.
- Do not stir after adding the water; the layers will separate and create the perfect cobbler texture.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of vegetable oil.
- Serve warm for best taste, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Placing the dish on a baking sheet will help catch any bubbling over during baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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