Description
Warm, gooey pumpkin pecan cobbler delivers autumn comfort in each spoonful. Rich caramel sauce and crunchy pecans create a delightful dessert that brings sweet memories of seasonal gatherings directly to your table.
Ingredients
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Flour and Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder (aluminum-free recommended)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon milk (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Topping and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups hot water
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream
- Optional: Heavy cream
- Optional: Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350°F and position a rimmed baking sheet to catch potential drips. Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish for easy serving.
- Sift flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and aromatic spices in a mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Whisk pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients, maintaining a slightly lumpy texture. Avoid overmixing to preserve the cobbler’s tender consistency.
- Spread the thick batter evenly across the prepared casserole dish, using a spatula to create an even surface.
- Create a topping by combining sugars, cinnamon, and chopped pecans. Generously sprinkle this mixture across the batter’s surface.
- Carefully pour hot water over the entire surface of the cobbler. Do not stir or mix the water into the batter.
- Bake for 40 minutes until the center sets and the top turns golden brown. The edges should be bubbling, and the surface should develop a crisp texture.
- Allow the cobbler to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, heavy cream, or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Swap wheat pastry flour with gluten-free blend for celiac or gluten-sensitive diners, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delectable dessert.
- Replace pecans with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for nut allergy sufferers, maintaining the delightful crunch and texture.
- Use coconut milk or almond milk instead of regular milk, and substitute vegan butter to make this cobbler completely plant-based.
- Adjust spice ratios to personal preference; reduce or increase cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves for a personalized flavor profile that suits individual tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg