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Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler: Best Kid-Approved Dessert

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This Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler is a quick, forgiving dessert that tastes like pecan pie but comes together in under 10 minutes of prep. With a crunchy top, soft cobbler, and rich caramel-like sauce, it’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for family dinners, potlucks, and bake sales.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the stick of butter in a 9×13 inch baking dish and put it in the oven just until the butter melts, about 5-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until evenly distributed.
  3. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and heavy cream if using. Mix until well combined. The batter will be thick and sticky.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans gently with a spatula until evenly distributed. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish. Do not stir.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Start checking at 35 minutes if your oven runs hot.
  7. Let cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, not hot.

Notes

Do not stir the batter into the melted butter—the butter creates the caramel sauce. Toast pecans first for extra flavor. Cobbler tastes even better the next day. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. For a chocolate version, add ½ cup chocolate chips. For an adult version, add 2 tablespoons bourbon.

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