Indulge in the flavors of fall with this irresistible Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler, a dessert that combines the creamy richness of spiced pumpkin with a crisp, nutty pecan topping. As the cobbler bakes, a luscious caramel sauce forms at the bottom, while the top bakes to golden perfection. This cozy dessert is perfect for chilly autumn nights, served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Ingredients:
Pumpkin Layer:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
Pecan Topping:
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups hot water
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pumpkin Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves), salt, and baking powder, and whisk until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the flour and then the milk until a thick batter forms.
- Stir in the melted butter until smooth, then spread the pumpkin batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
2. Add the Pecan Topping:
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the pumpkin batter.
3. Create the Caramel Sauce:
- Carefully pour the hot water over the entire cobbler. (Do not stir! The water will form a caramel sauce as the cobbler bakes.)
4. Bake and Serve:
- Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp, and the center is bubbly and gooey.
- Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving. For an extra touch of decadence, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of this rich and gooey Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler!