Warm and Gooey Snickerdoodle Cobbler Recipe
This Warm and Gooey Snickerdoodle Cobbler is a delightful dessert combining the classic cinnamon-sugar flavors of snickerdoodles with a soft, fluffy cobbler base and a luscious caramel-like sauce. Baked to golden perfection, it’s comfort food at its best—perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping & Sauce
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) hot water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent the cobbler from sticking during baking.
- Prepare the cobbler batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients slowly into the dry ingredients while stirring until you achieve a smooth batter without lumps.
- Pour the batter into the baking dish: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking dish, ensuring it covers the bottom in an even layer so it bakes uniformly.
- Make the cinnamon-sugar topping: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg if using. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter to create the classic snickerdoodle flavor on top.
- Add the hot water: Carefully pour the hot water over the entire dish without stirring. This step is crucial as the hot water interacts with the sugar to form a gooey caramel sauce beneath the cobbler as it bakes.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and has a slightly crisp texture, signaling the cobbler is set and the sauce is bubbling underneath.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cobbler to sit for about 10 minutes after baking so the sauce thickens slightly. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Notes
- Do not stir after adding the hot water; this will help create the signature gooey caramel sauce underneath.
- You can omit the nutmeg if you prefer a simpler cinnamon flavor.
- Use whole milk for the creamiest texture, but 2% milk will also work in a pinch.
- Serve the cobbler warm for the best gooey experience and contrast of textures.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
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