Description
This Magic Lemon Cobbler is a simple and delightful dessert that combines a buttery, fluffy cake base with tangy lemon pie filling. Perfect for lemon lovers, it features a luscious, golden top and a moist interior with a sweet and tart contrast. Ready in just over an hour, this cobbler is easy to prepare and a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 can lemon pie filling
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Melt Butter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the 1 stick of unsalted butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and let it melt completely in the preheating oven, creating a buttery base for the cobbler.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until thoroughly mixed. This creates the dry component of the batter needed for a light and fluffy texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon extract into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. The batter will be slightly runny, which helps achieve the tender crumb after baking.
- Pour Batter Over Butter: Carefully pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish without stirring. This layering helps the butter rise through the batter during baking to form a crumbly crust.
- Add Lemon Pie Filling: Spoon the lemon pie filling evenly over the batter. As the cobbler bakes, the filling will sink down, creating the signature layered effect of this dessert.
- Bake: Bake the cobbler in the oven for 45-55 minutes. The top should turn golden brown and the edges should be set, indicating that the cobbler is cooked through and ready to serve.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon extract for the best citrus flavor.
- Do not stir the batter after pouring over the melted butter to allow proper layering.
- Check the cobbler at 45 minutes; bake longer if the top isn’t golden or edges aren’t set.
- Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving for easier slicing.
- This recipe serves 8 and pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
