Description
Magic Lemon Cobbler is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring a tender, buttery cake base topped with sweet and tangy lemon pie filling. This cozy cobbler combines classic flavors of lemon and vanilla with a simple batter that magically bakes up into a luscious, golden treat perfect for family gatherings or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
Topping
- 21-ounce can lemon pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking once your batter is prepared.
- Melt Butter: Place the butter in a 9×9-inch or similar baking dish and put it in the oven while it preheats to melt the butter evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon extract into the dry ingredients until you get a smooth, homogenous batter without overmixing.
- Pour Batter Over Butter: Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven once the butter is melted and pour the batter over the melted butter without stirring, allowing the butter to seep through the batter during baking.
- Add Lemon Pie Filling: Spoon the lemon pie filling evenly over the top of the batter. Do not mix it in; this layering will create the cobbler’s signature texture.
- Bake: Place the dish back in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until the cobbler is golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving. For extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use a 9×9 inch baking dish for best results; other sizes can affect baking time.
- Do not stir the batter and lemon pie filling once combined in the dish to achieve the magic cobbler texture.
- Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving to allow it to set properly.
- For a richer flavor, use real vanilla extract and fresh lemon juice if possible.
- This recipe serves 6 but can be easily doubled for larger groups.
- Storing leftovers in the refrigerator is recommended; reheat gently before serving.
