Description
Warm autumn spices dance through this heavenly Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler, blending rich caramel notes with buttery pecans. Comforting layers of sweet pumpkin and crunchy topping promise a delightful dessert you’ll savor with each spoonful.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Layer Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 1/2 cups very hot water
Serving Options:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Heavy cream
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by thoroughly coating with non-stick spray or butter.
- Combine dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, creating a uniform flour blend with aromatic spices.
- Incorporate wet ingredients into the dry mixture, whisking until a silky, smooth batter forms without any lumps.
- Carefully spread the pumpkin batter across the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even surface.
- Create a crumbly topping by mixing sugars, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans in a separate bowl.
- Generously distribute the pecan sugar mixture across the entire surface of the pumpkin batter.
- Gently pour scalding hot water over the entire dish, allowing it to settle without disturbing the layers.
- Place the baking dish in a preheated 350°F oven and bake for approximately 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and slightly set center.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the cobbler to stabilize and develop a rich, caramelized texture.
- Serve while warm, accompanied by a dollop of cold vanilla ice cream or a light drizzle of whipped cream for a decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Toast pecans lightly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch to the cobbler.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger according to personal preference.
- Use gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version without compromising texture or taste.
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk to make the recipe dairy-free and accommodate various dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 229
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 124 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 17 mg