Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler Recipe
This Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler is a warm, comforting dessert perfect for autumn gatherings. Featuring a spiced pumpkin batter topped with a crunchy pecan and sugar mixture, it bakes into a delightfully moist cobbler with a rich, sweet syrup under the topping. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat.
- Author: Cara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup + 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
- 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
- 1 1/2 cups very hot water
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking your cobbler.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves thoroughly, then set this mixture aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a smaller bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter (or vegetable oil), and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Create Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently to form a thick batter. Pour this batter evenly into a small 8-inch casserole dish with high sides.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, stir together the 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and chopped pecans.
- Assemble Cobbler: Evenly spread the topping mixture over the surface of the batter in the casserole dish. Carefully pour the 1 1/2 cups of very hot water over everything without stirring to keep the layers distinct.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish on a baking sheet (to catch any bubbling overflow) and bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the center is set and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. For best results, serve warm with additional chopped pecans and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Do not stir after pouring the hot water over the topping; this creates the characteristic syrupy texture under the cobbler topping.
- Using a baking sheet under the casserole dish helps catch any spills during baking.
- If you prefer, substitute butter with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.
- Ensure water is very hot to help dissolve the sugars and create a syrupy layer.
- Best served warm with vanilla ice cream to complement the spices.
Keywords: Pumpkin Cobbler, Pecan Cobbler, Fall Dessert, Autumn Dessert, Spiced Pumpkin Dessert, Easy Cobbler Recipe