Description
Sunlight dances through this magical lemon cobbler, infusing classic Southern comfort with zesty citrus charm. Creamy, tangy layers promise a delightful dessert that beckons sweet-seekers to savor each golden, crumbly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 fluid ounces) whole milk
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
- ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
Lemon Flavoring:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters / 2 fluid ounces) fresh lemon juice
- 1 ¼ cups (300 milliliters / 10 fluid ounces) hot water
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by generously coating a 9×9-inch dish with melted butter, creating a golden foundation for the upcoming dessert.
- Create a silky batter by whisking flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl until perfectly integrated.
- Enhance the batter’s flavor profile by incorporating milk, vanilla extract, and fragrant lemon zest, stirring until just combined to maintain a smooth, light texture.
- Gently cascade the batter over the melted butter in the prepared dish, allowing it to settle naturally without disturbing the underlying layer.
- Craft a sweet crumble by blending granulated and brown sugars, then delicately distributing the mixture across the batter’s surface.
- Transform the dessert’s complexity by carefully drizzling a mixture of hot water and fresh lemon juice over the sugar layer, creating magical stratification during the baking process.
- Slide the dish into a preheated 350°F oven, allowing the cobbler to transform for 40-45 minutes until the surface turns a rich golden brown and edges bubble with anticipation.
- Remove from the oven and exercise patience, letting the cobbler rest and set for at least 10 minutes, allowing its flavors to fully develop and stabilize.
- Elevate the dessert experience by serving warm, optionally crowned with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a cloud of whipped cream for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Check butter temperature carefully to ensure even distribution and prevent uneven baking in the cobbler.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender, light texture that doesn’t become tough or dense.
- Use fresh lemon zest for the most vibrant citrus flavor and brighten the overall dessert profile.
- Swap regular milk with dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk to make the recipe suitable for lactose-intolerant or vegan diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 179 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg