Magic Lemon Cobbler: A Sweet, Tangy Dessert Delight
Magic Lemon Cobbler is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. With its light, cake-like texture atop a luscious lemon filling, this cobbler is both comforting and refreshing. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy night in, this simple recipe will impress guests and family alike. Quick to prepare and made with easy-to-find ingredients, Magic Lemon Cobbler is sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with vinegar/lemon juice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
- 21 oz can of lemon pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and optional lemon extract. Whisk until mixed.
- Add melted butter and buttermilk to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Carefully pour the lemon pie filling over the batter without stirring.
- Spoon the remaining batter over the filling.
- Bake for about 55 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg