Description
This Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler is a cozy, autumn-inspired dessert featuring a spiced pumpkin batter topped with a crunchy pecan streusel and baked to perfection. The hot water poured over the topping during baking creates a luscious sauce beneath the crisp pecan layer, making every bite wonderfully moist and flavorful. Ideal for gatherings, this recipe serves eight and combines traditional cobbler textures with seasonal pumpkin and warm spices.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 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
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Additional
- 1 1/2 cups very hot water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cobbler.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly mixed.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter (or vegetable oil), and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms. Transfer this batter evenly into an 8-inch casserole dish.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Evenly spread this topping mixture over the batter in the casserole dish.
- Add Hot Water: Carefully pour 1 1/2 cups of very hot water evenly over the entire dish without stirring, which will help create the cobbler’s characteristic sauce during baking.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes or until the cobbler center is set and the topping is bubbly and golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to let the sauce thicken and the flavors meld.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of vegetable oil.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts for a different nutty profile.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Ensure the water is very hot when pouring over the topping to achieve the best sauce consistency.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
