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Lemon Cobbler

Delicious Lemon Cobbler for a Sweet Homemade Treat

This Lemon Cobbler combines bright citrus flavors with a fluffy topping for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • 9×13-inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

Topping

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Essential for creating the light, fluffy topping.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder Helps the topping rise beautifully.
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt Balances out the sweetness.
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cobbler topping.
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter Creates a buttery, rich flavor.
  • 0.75 cups whole milk Adds moisture to the topping.

Lemon Filling

  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Provides sweetness to balance tartness.
  • 0.25 cups all-purpose flour Thickens the lemon filling.
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt Enhances flavors.
  • 3 cups water Essential for mixing in other ingredients.
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds creamy richness.
  • 0.5 cups fresh lemon juice Main ingredient for tang.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Enhances lemon flavor.

For Sprinkling

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Creates a lovely caramelized top.

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1.5 cups of granulated sugar, 0.25 cup of all-purpose flour, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt.
  • Gradually add in 3 cups of water, whisking continuously until smooth. Over medium heat, add 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 0.5 cup of fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Let cool slightly.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Add 0.75 cup of granulated sugar and whisk to combine.
  • Cut in 6 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually pour in 0.75 cup of whole milk and stir gently until just combined.
  • Pour the lemon filling into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping over the lemon filling.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar evenly over the cobbler topping.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  • Let cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm or chilled. Pair with ice cream or whipped cream for an ideal treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baking, comfort food, dessert, homemade, Lemon Cobbler, summer treat
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