Description
This Pumpkin Cobbler is a cozy and comforting dessert perfect for fall. With a spiced pumpkin batter topped with a sweet caramel-like sauce, it offers a delightful combination of warm spices and moist texture. Easy to prepare and baked until golden, this cobbler pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or chocolate chips for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
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Batter
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Topping
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger until evenly combined. Add the canned pumpkin, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir gently with a spatula until a thick batter forms. Spread this batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Make Topping: In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the pumpkin batter in the baking dish.
- Add Hot Water: Carefully pour 1 ½ cups of hot water evenly over the top of the brown sugar topping. Do not stir; the water will help create a luscious caramel sauce as the cobbler bakes.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 50 to 55 minutes. The cobbler batter will rise to the top while a rich caramel sauce forms underneath.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the sauce to thicken slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream and chocolate chips for added indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure you use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best texture and flavor.
- Allow the cobbler to rest before serving to let the sauce set properly.
- For a dairy-free option, serve with non-dairy ice cream or omit toppings.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.
