Pecan Cobbler Recipe
This rich and gooey pecan cobbler is a Southern dessert classic, combining buttery pastry with a sweet caramel-like filling and crunchy pecans. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy family treat. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups hot water
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour melted butter into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour batter evenly over melted butter (do not stir).
- Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the batter.
- Evenly sprinkle brown sugar over the pecans.
- Carefully pour hot water over the top without stirring.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with ice cream.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor.
- Don’t stir layers before baking; this creates the cobbler texture.
- Can be stored covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for 5 days.