Magic Lemon Cobbler
This Magic Lemon Cobbler lives up to its name with a soft, buttery batter that rises around tangy lemon filling to create a golden, self-saucing dessert. It's zesty, comforting, and unbelievably easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon extract optional
- 21 oz lemon pie filling or lemon curd
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt butter in a 9×9-inch dish.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Add buttermilk, vanilla, and lemon extract. Stir until smooth.
- Pour batter over melted butter (do not stir).
- Spoon lemon filling on top evenly.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/magic-lemon-cobbler/
Notes
- For extra tart flavor, use lemon curd instead of pie filling.
- Want more golden crisp edges? Use a metal pan instead of glass.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.