Description
This Magic Lemon Cobbler is a dessert that will wow your taste buds with its irresistible combination of bright lemon flavor and a warm, gooey texture. With a tangy lemon filling and a buttery, cakey topping, this cobbler essentially “magically” separates into two layers while baking—one with a smooth lemon custard and the other with a fluffy cake layer on top. It’s a quick and easy treat that’s perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or butter an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent the cobbler from sticking.
Step 2: Make the Batter In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, then whisk again until combined. The batter will be thin, but that’s what creates the “magic” layer while it bakes.
Step 3: Assemble the Cobbler Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Do not stir or mix it after adding the batter to the dish; the magic happens during baking! It might seem like there’s too much liquid, but don’t worry—the layers will separate as it bakes, creating a cakey top and a lemony custard base.
Step 4: Bake the Cobbler Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (it might have some custard attached to it, but the cake layer should be set). The cobbler will be a bit jiggly when it first comes out of the oven, but it will firm up as it cools.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy Allow the Magic Lemon Cobbler to cool slightly before serving. The cobbler is best served warm and can be enjoyed on its own or topped with whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch.
Notes
- Use Fresh Lemons: For the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest. The zest adds a wonderful fragrance and depth of flavor to the cobbler.
- Don’t Stir the Batter: Once the batter is in the baking dish, don’t stir it. The batter will magically separate into two layers on its own as it bakes!
- Serve Warm: This dessert is best enjoyed warm, so try not to wait too long before serving it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Cuisine: American