Description
This Pecan Pie Cobbler is a delightful twist on traditional pecan pie, featuring a luscious pecan pie filling topped with a tender, flaky cobbler crust. Made with crunchy Fisher pecans, sweet corn syrup, and a hint of warm spices, this dessert is perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings, offering a comforting and delicious treat.
Ingredients
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Pecan Pie Filling
- 1 ½ cups 1.1 GF flour (or all-purpose)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 8 tbsp cold butter
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup Fisher pecans (chopped)
- 1 ½ cups corn syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 eggs (room temp)
- ¾ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups Fisher pecans (chopped)
- ⅛ tsp ground allspice
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 7×10-inch baking dish that is at least 2 ½ inches deep with butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Make the Pecan Pie Filling: In a large bowl, combine the corn syrup, 1 cup chopped Fisher pecans, 2 tsp vanilla extract, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, 3 room-temperature eggs, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, ⅛ tsp ground allspice, and ½ tsp kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Pour this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare Cobbler Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups gluten-free or all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, ½ tsp ground cinnamon, ½ cup sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and ½ tsp kosher salt.
- Cut in Butter: Add 8 tablespoons of cold butter cut into small cubes to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter (or your fingers), cut the butter into the flour mixture until it forms pea-sized crumbs, ensuring the texture is flaky.
- Add Buttermilk: Pour in ¾ cup of buttermilk and mix just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the crust tender.
- Top the Pie Filling: Using a spoon or scoop, drop equal-sized portions of the cobbler dough gently on top of the pecan pie filling, covering as much surface as possible but allowing spaces for bubbling.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the cobbler topping is golden brown and the filling is set and bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This dessert combines the rich flavors of traditional pecan pie with a fluffy cobbler topping for a unique texture contrast.
- Using room-temperature eggs helps create a smooth filling that sets better in the oven.
- Be sure to use cold butter when making the crust to ensure a flaky, tender topping.
- If gluten-free flour is used, the texture may be slightly different but still delicious.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 626 kcal
- Sugar: 68 g
- Sodium: 506 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 84 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
