Welcome the autumn season with the warm, spiced, and utterly irresistible Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler.
This dessert is a delightful fusion of rich pumpkin flavor and crunchy pecans, topped with a caramel-like layer that forms as it bakes. It’s the perfect treat to enjoy on a crisp fall evening, and it’s sure to become a favorite at any gathering.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cobbler:
- 1 cup + 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 1/2 cups very hot water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a small 8-inch casserole dish with high sides by greasing it lightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. This mixture will provide the perfect blend of spices for that classic fall flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a smaller bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Create Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir to create a thick batter. Spread this batter into the prepared casserole dish.
- Prepare the Topping: In another bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Spread this sugary pecan mixture over the batter evenly.
- Add Hot Water: Here’s the magic part – pour hot water over the entire cobbler without stirring. This will create a lovely sauce as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish on a baking sheet (to catch any overflow) and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. This dessert is best enjoyed warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and extra pecans for garnish