Description

If you’re looking for a warm, cozy dessert that tastes like fall in every bite, this Homemade Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler is the perfect treat! With a soft, spiced pumpkin cake base and a gooey caramel-like sauce that forms as it bakes, this dessert is topped with crunchy pecans for the ultimate sweet indulgence.

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Ingredients

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For the Pumpkin Cobbler:

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp salt
½ cup pumpkin purée
¼ cup milk
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Pecan Topping & Sauce:

½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ cups hot water
½ tsp cinnamon

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Pumpkin Batter

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a thick batter forms. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 3: Add the Pecan Topping

Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the batter. Then, sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the top.

Step 4: Pour in the Hot Water

Carefully pour the hot water over the entire mixture without stirring. This helps create the gooey caramel sauce as the cobbler bakes!

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is set and golden brown. The bottom will be saucy and bubbling.

Step 6: Serve Warm and Enjoy

Let the cobbler cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Spoon it into bowls, making sure to scoop up the delicious caramel sauce from the bottom.

Notes

Don’t Stir After Adding Water: This is key to forming the gooey sauce.
Use Freshly Toasted Pecans: It enhances the nutty flavor.
Make it Extra Decadent: Add a sprinkle of chocolate chips before baking.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Cuisine: American