Pecan pie cobbler

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Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe

Indulge in this Pecan Pie Cobbler, a warm, gooey dessert that combines the richness of pecan pie with the simplicity of a cobbler. With a buttery, spiced cake-like base and a crunchy caramelized pecan topping, this dessert is pure comfort food!

Ingredients

For the Base:

  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup Whole Wheat Flour
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • ½ cup 2% Milk
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar
  • ½ tsp Cinnamon Powder
  • ½ tsp Nutmeg Powder
  • ½ tsp Cardamom Powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tbsp Dark Rum (optional but recommended!)
  • A pinch of Kosher Salt

For the Topping:

  • ⅓ cup Light Brown Sugar
  • ⅓ cup Caramel Toffee Bits
  • ¾ to 1 cup Pecans (chopped to desired size)
  • 1½ cup Boiling Water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. Melt the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat and pour into the baking dish.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, sugars, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in milk, dark rum, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Layer the Batter: Gently pour the batter over the melted butter without stirring.
  6. Prepare Topping: In another bowl, mix brown sugar, toffee bits, and pecans. Sprinkle over the batter.
  7. Add Boiling Water: Carefully pour boiling water over the mixture without stirring.
  8. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
  9. Cool & Serve: Let cool for 15-20 minutes. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Easy & No-Fuss: No rolling dough or complicated steps—just mix, layer, and bake!
  • Perfect for Any Occasion: A holiday favorite or a cozy, weeknight treat.
  • Irresistible Flavor: Buttery, nutty, caramelized goodness in every bite.

Serving Suggestions

This Pecan Pie Cobbler is best served warm with:

  • A scoop of vanilla ice cream for a creamy contrast.
  • A drizzle of warm caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
  • A dollop of whipped cream for a light, airy touch.

Final Thoughts

This Pecan Pie Cobbler is everything you love about pecan pie but so much easier to make! With a rich, gooey texture, crunchy pecans, and a buttery brown sugar glaze, this dessert is truly irresistible. Whether you’re making it for the holidays or just because, one bite will have everyone asking for the recipe!