Description
Creamy, spiced pumpkin cobbler delights autumn dessert enthusiasts with its rich layers of warmth. Homemade comfort beckons you to savor each comforting, buttery bite of this classic seasonal treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 15 ounces (425 grams) pumpkin puree
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar
- 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and coating a baking dish with a light layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- Create a silky pumpkin base by whisking together pumpkin puree with sugars, aromatic spices, and a pinch of salt until the mixture becomes uniformly smooth and creamy.
- Carefully distribute the pumpkin mixture across the bottom of the greased baking dish, ensuring an even layer that covers the entire surface.
- Craft the cobbler topping by blending flour, baking powder, additional sugar, and melted butter until a crumbly texture develops, then incorporate milk and vanilla to create a cohesive batter.
- Gently dollop and spread the prepared batter over the pumpkin base, creating a rustic, uneven surface that will develop a delightful golden crust during baking.
- Optionally, scatter chopped pecans across the top of the batter for added crunch and nutty flavor.
- Transfer the assembled cobbler to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, watching for a golden-brown topping and bubbling edges that indicate the dessert is perfectly cooked.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cobbler to rest and set for 10-15 minutes before serving, which helps the filling stabilize and makes for cleaner slicing.
Notes
- Swap pumpkin puree with sweet potato or butternut squash for a delightful variation that keeps the cozy autumn essence.
- Use gluten-free flour blend to make this dessert friendly for those with wheat sensitivities without compromising texture or taste.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting butter with coconut oil and using almond or oat milk for a lighter, allergen-friendly option.
- Toast pecans beforehand to intensify their nutty flavor and add an extra layer of crunchiness to the cobbler’s topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg