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Magic Lemon Cobbler Recipe

5 from 59 reviews

Magic Lemon Cobbler is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert featuring a tender, buttery cake base topped with luscious lemon pie filling. This cobbler combines the bright, tangy flavor of lemon with the rich, comforting warmth of baked butter and cake, making it perfect for any occasion or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Filling

  • 1 (21 oz) can lemon pie filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cobbler.
  2. Melt butter: Place the unsalted butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and melt it in the preheated oven for about 3-4 minutes until fully melted and sizzling.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
  4. Add wet ingredients: Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon extract into the dry mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix to ensure a tender texture.
  5. Combine batter and butter: Pour the batter directly over the melted butter in the baking dish, but do not stir; the butter will create a rich crust as it bakes.
  6. Top with lemon filling: Spoon dollops of the lemon pie filling evenly over the batter to distribute the citrus flavor throughout the cobbler.
  7. Bake: Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  8. Cool and serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • Do not stir the batter after pouring it over the melted butter; this allows the butter to create a delicious crust.
  • The lemon pie filling provides sweetness and tang; you can adjust the amount slightly if you prefer a stronger lemon flavor.
  • Use a 9×9 inch baking dish for proper cooking; using a different size may affect cooking time.
  • Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated gently before serving.

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