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Caramel Pumpkin Cobbler Recipe

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This Caramel Pumpkin Cobbler is a luscious fall dessert featuring a spiced pumpkin batter topped with a rich caramel pecan layer that bubbles into a sweet sauce during baking. It’s perfect for cozy gatherings and serves beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • 1.5 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup evaporated milk (or whole milk)
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 3 cups very hot water

Optional Toppings

  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with non-stick spray and set it aside for later.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until they are well combined. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Combine wet ingredients and make batter: In a large bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk (or whole milk), melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients into this pumpkin mixture and stir just until fully combined, taking care not to overmix. The batter will be thick and dense.
  4. Prepare topping mixture: In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and chopped pecans (or walnuts) together until evenly combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the thick cobbler batter in the casserole dish.
  5. Add hot water: Carefully pour the very hot water over the entire surface of the cobbler, directly on top of the brown sugar and nut layer. Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any bubbling overflow that may occur during baking.
  6. Bake the cobbler: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until the middle is set and the top is bubbly and caramelized.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the cobbler to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with additional pecans, vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream.

Notes

  • For best results, do not overmix the batter to keep the cobbler light and tender.
  • You can substitute walnuts for pecans based on preference or availability.
  • Using very hot water is key to creating the caramel sauce as it bakes.
  • Serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
  • This dessert pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
  • Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to prevent spills in the oven during baking.

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