Easy and Delicious Magic Lemon Cobbler (Print version)
A buttery lemon cobbler that bakes into a tender golden top with a tangy pudding-like lemon layer underneath.
# Ingredients:
For the pan
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1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter
For the batter
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1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon fine salt
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon lemon extract
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1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
For the filling
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1 can (21 oz or 595 g) lemon pie filling
For serving
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Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the butter in a 9-inch square baking dish and warm it in the oven for 3-4 minutes, until melted. Remove the dish carefully.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
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Add the buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and lemon zest. Whisk just until the batter is smooth with no dry streaks.
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Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Do not stir. Spoon the lemon pie filling over the batter in an even layer. Do not stir.
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Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the edges are golden brown, the top is set, and the lemon filling is bubbling around the sides.
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Let the cobbler rest for 15 minutes before serving. Spoon into bowls and serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
# Good to know:
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Best served warm after a 15-minute rest.
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Use a 9-inch square baking dish for the right layer thickness.
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Do not stir after layering the batter and lemon filling.