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