Description

This Magic Lemon Cobbler is a delightful dessert where a tangy-sweet lemon pie filling is layered over a rich buttermilk cobbler batter. When baked, the lemon filling settles into a luscious pudding beneath a golden, fluffy crust, creating a magical combination of textures and flavors that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Butter

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk or whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon extract (optional)

Filling

21 oz can lemon pie filling or lemon curd

Instructions

Preheat oven and melt butter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the unsalted butter in a 9×9 inch baking dish and put it in the oven for 3-4 minutes until the butter is fully melted. Remove the dish carefully from the oven once melted.
Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until fully combined and uniform in texture.
Add wet ingredients and form batter: Whisk in the buttermilk (or whole milk), vanilla extract, and lemon extract (if using) into the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.
Layer batter over melted butter: Pour the prepared cobbler batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Do not stir, as the batter and butter will interact during baking to create the cobbler texture.
Add lemon filling: Spoon the lemon pie filling or lemon curd evenly across the top of the batter layer, spreading gently to cover the surface.
Bake the cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the cobbler is puffed up and golden brown around the edges.
Cool and serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool slightly. Note that the lemon filling will settle at the bottom as a delicious pudding. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream, ice cream, lemon slices, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Using buttermilk yields richer flavor and tenderness, but whole milk works as a substitute.
Do not stir batter after pouring over butter; layering is essential for texture.
Feel free to top with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
The lemon extract is optional but enhances the lemon flavor.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat gently.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: lemon cobbler, lemon dessert, buttermilk cobbler, lemon pie filling, easy cobbler recipe, baked lemon dessert