Description

Warm and gooey Snickerdoodle Cobbler is a delightful dessert bursting with the classic cinnamon and sugar flavors of snickerdoodles. Easy to make with simple pantry staples, this cobbler features a buttery base, a tender cinnamon-spiced batter, and a caramel-like sauce formed by brown sugar and hot water. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it is best served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

Scale

Base and Batter Ingredients

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (75 grams)
3/4 cup whole milk (180 ml)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract (10 ml)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (180 grams)
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder (9 grams)
3/4 teaspoon salt (4.5 grams)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (5 grams)

Caramel Sauce

1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar (300 grams)
1 1/2 cups hot water (355 ml)

Topping

1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (1.25 grams)

Instructions

Preheat your oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the melted butter directly into the bottom of your baking pan, tilting it to coat evenly. This buttery base adds a golden richness to the bottom layer of the cobbler.
Mix the batter: In a large bowl, whisk the milk, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until smooth. Then add the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix—as a few lumps are okay and will keep the cobbler tender.
Layer the cobbler: Spoon the batter gently over the melted butter in the pan without stirring. The butter will rise to the top during baking, creating the classic cobbler texture.
Add the brown sugar: Sprinkle the packed brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter, which will help form a rich, caramel-like sauce.
Pour the hot water: Gently pour the hot water over the entire dish without stirring. As the cobbler bakes, the water combines with the brown sugar to create a gooey sauce beneath the batter.
Bake to golden perfection: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The cobbler is done when the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
Sprinkle the topping: While still warm, mix the cinnamon and granulated sugar for the topping and sprinkle it evenly over the cobbler. The residual heat will slightly melt the sugar, creating a crunchy finish.
Cool and serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for a few minutes so the sauce can set. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a perfect dessert experience.

Notes

Snickerdoodle Cobbler is best served warm and pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream, which melts over the hot cobbler creating a wonderful texture and temperature contrast.
For elegant presentation, bake the cobbler in individual ramekins to serve personalized portions at gatherings or holiday parties.
You can garnish with a light dusting of cinnamon on top for an elegant finish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Snickerdoodle cobbler, cinnamon dessert, easy cobbler recipe, warm dessert, cinnamon sugar cobbler, family-friendly dessert