Description
Southern comfort meets sweet indulgence in this Pecan Pie Cobbler, blending traditional pie flavors with rustic cobbler charm. Buttery pecans and rich caramel create a luscious dessert that wraps you in warm, nostalgic deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pecans and Base:
- 1.5 cups (188g) chopped pecans or pecan halves
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (213g) packed light brown sugar
- 1.5 cups (355ml) boiling water
Dry Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (160g) all-purpose flour (use gluten-free if desired)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fleur de sel or flaky sea salt
Wet Ingredients and Dairy:
- 0.5 cup (113g) unsalted butter, sliced into chunks
- 0.66 cup (157ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Seeds from 1 vanilla bean, or 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Serving:
- Homemade whipped cream and/or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and position a large-rimmed baking sheet on the bottom rack to catch potential drips.
- Place sliced butter in a 9×13-inch casserole dish and melt it in the preheating oven, creating a rich, flavorful foundation for the cobbler.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder until well integrated.
- Incorporate milk and vanilla into the dry ingredients, whisking gently until just combined without overmixing.
- Remove the melted butter dish from the oven and delicately drop spoonfuls of batter over the butter, allowing the layers to naturally form during baking.
- Distribute chopped pecans evenly across the batter, then generously sprinkle brown sugar to create a caramelized topping.
- Carefully pour boiling water over the entire cobbler, which will create a luscious, caramel-like layer beneath the surface.
- Bake on the prepared baking sheet for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and set texture.
- Allow the cobbler to cool on a wire rack for 30-45 minutes, simultaneously whipping heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla on medium-high speed until medium peaks form.
- Serve the warm cobbler in individual bowls, garnishing with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Notes
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to catch drips and prevent potential burnt butter mess on the oven floor.
- Adjust sugar levels by reducing granulated or brown sugar for a less sweet version, perfect for those watching sugar intake.
- Swap all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend to accommodate celiac or gluten-sensitive diners without compromising texture.
- Toast pecans briefly in a dry skillet before adding to intensify their rich, roasted taste and add depth to the dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 427
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 79mg