Description

This Magic Lemon Cobbler creates its own layers as it bakes—sweet, gooey lemon filling on the bottom with a fluffy, golden cobbler top. No stirring needed after it goes in the oven! It’s the perfect easy dessert for lemon lovers, with just the right balance of tart and sweet.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup milk

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 cup lemon pie filling or lemon curd

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and melt it in the oven.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until just combined (don’t overmix).
Carefully pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish—do not stir.
Spoon the lemon pie filling or lemon curd over the top of the batter. Again, do not stir—this is what makes the magic happen!
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.

Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

You can use homemade or store-bought lemon curd or pie filling.
For extra tang, add more lemon zest or a splash of lemon extract.
This recipe works best in a glass or ceramic baking dish.