Description
This Easy Pumpkin Cobbler is a comforting fall dessert featuring a spiced flour batter topped with a rich brown sugar and pecan mixture, baked to golden perfection with a luscious, syrupy sauce created by pouring hot water over the batter before baking. Perfect for cozy gatherings and seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup melted butter
Topping
- 2 cups brown sugar
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Other
- 3 cups hot water
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk until well combined and spices are evenly distributed to ensure uniform flavor throughout the batter.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add evaporated milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender cobbler texture; the batter will be thick.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar and chopped pecans. Stir thoroughly until the pecans are evenly coated with sugar, which will create a sweet, crunchy topping.
- Preheat Oven and Assemble: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spoon the cobbler batter evenly into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar and pecan mixture over the batter to cover it uniformly.
- Add Hot Water and Bake: Carefully pour the 3 cups of hot water over the top of the entire dish. This step helps form a flavorful sauce as the cobbler bakes. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the base; it should come out clean.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the cobbler to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to let the sauce thicken slightly. Serve warm, spooning the delicious syrupy sauce from the bottom over each serving for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender cobbler texture.
- Use a 9×13 inch baking dish for even cooking.
- Pour hot water carefully to avoid mixing the toppings.
- Allow the cobbler to rest for best serving consistency.
- This cobbler is excellent served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
