Lemon Cobbler Recipe

slice of lemon cobbler with whipped cream on a white plate

Lemon Cobbler is a magic dessert ready in 60 minutes with tart lemon filling and a golden cake crust. The batter rises through the filling while baking to make magic!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 55

Total Time: 1

Servings:

Author: Jennifer Stewart

Ingredients

1 stick butter unsalted, cut into cubes
1 cup self-rising flour
1 ¼ cup sugar
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
21 ounces lemon pie filling

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
Place diced butter into an 8 1/2 x 11 baking dish or deep dish pie plate.
Put the dish into the oven and let butter melt.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, buttermilk, and extracts. Stir to make a batter.
When butter is melted, carefully remove the pan from the oven.
Pour the batter over the melted butter. Do not stir. (I know you will want to, LOL)
Using a spoon, scoop lemon pie filling over the batter and butter mixture in dollops.
Return the dish to the oven.
Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is a golden brown.
Remove and let cool for a few minutes.
Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Make your own self-rising flour if needed. Combine 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Let the butter melt completely before adding other ingredients. Fully melted butter is essential for the magic layering effect.
Don't over mix the batter because it can get dense. A few lumps are fine.
Don't stir after layering. This feels wrong but it's crucial. The batter rises through the filling during baking to create the crust.
Watch the cobbler toward the end of baking time. Ovens vary so check at 45 minutes and bake longer if the crust isn't golden brown yet.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. The filling sets up slightly and makes serving easier.
Make buttermilk quickly if you don't have it. Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk and let sit 5 minutes.
Top with vanilla ice cream for hot-cold contrast or whipped cream for a lighter topping.
Add fresh berries on top for color and extra fruit flavor.
Dust with powdered sugar or add a sprig of mint for pretty presentation.

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