Pecan Pie Cobbler

Get the best of both worlds, with the sweetness of pecan pie and the heartiness of a cobbler – combined here into an easy and indulgent dessert!

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You don’t even need to stir these layers of ingredients together. It’s like magic, how they morph into a crunchy, sweet, and nutty dessert just waiting to be served with a good quality ice cream.

This recipe is great for feeding a crowd, and especially good for a potluck, where everyone will want a taste of this. It’s nice that it doesn’t involve corn syrup, and there’s also not an issue with the middle sinking, like there sometimes is with a pecan pie.

This is so simple to arrange in the pan and bake. I think we’re all going to get very good at throwing this dish together, because it’s a crowd-pleaser. And once you take it for a get-together, it’s going to be requested the next time you receive an invite to a potluck. You’ll begin to wonder if you aren’t just invited so you can bring the pecan cobbler!

Is Pecan Pie Cobbler Healthy?

You’re probably not focusing on the health aspect too much with a rich dessert, but the nuts are healthy in this one! High in fat and sugar – at least it skips out the pie crust by being served in a casserole dish.

What’s the difference between cobblers, crisps, crumbles, buckles, and even a betty?

The ideas for each of these vary slightly according to geographical location, but it’s safe to say a cobbler usually has a biscuity topping which resembles a cobbled road, while a crumble has an oat-based crumbly topping. A crisp has a crunchy topping, and a buckle is more like a fruit-filled coffee cake. A betty likely has some bread crumbs in its topping. It’s also safe to say you can call all of them delicious! This particular pecan cobbler resembles a cobbled road, with its lumpy pecans on top.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup hot water

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep

Ready the dish and preheat the oven.

Mix

Combine dry ingredients, add milk and vanilla.

Layer

Pour batter, add pecans, then sugar water.

Bake

Cook until golden and set.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

How to Make Ahead and Store?

This pecan pie cobbler is fine to make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. There’s just one problem. You’re going to want some of it while it’s warm, and then it’s going to be calling to you from the fridge. So maybe you better make two. It can be reheated at 325° until warm. If it’s cooled completely, cover it tightly and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Is it ok to add extra pecans?

Yes, you can make sure the top is completely covered with pecans, even adding some whole pecans strewn about the top wouldn’t be out of place here.
And how do you pronounce pecans? Is it pi-KAHNZ, or PI-canz? Trick question. They are both correct! Use what you prefer and say it with confidence!

Can this be made dairy and gluten free?

Yes, this recipe lends itself well to a dairy-free, gluten-free creation. Use plant-based butter and milk, along with gluten-free flour, for very similar results to the original recipe.

Serving Suggestions

Ice cream, obviously. Fun fact: my mother used to hide ice cream in the chest freezer in the basement. Then she would make daily trips to the basement to ‘do laundry’. I wonder if she ever hid pecan pie cobbler next to the ice cream? Don’t judge! If you had 11 kids like she did, you’d hide ice cream for yourself, too!

If you insist on something else or more, let’s go with a pecan-themed meal! Try Pecan Pie Healthy Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and Pecan Crusted Chicken.

Other special recipes to make and take for get-togethers include Vegan Brownies Stuffed With Peanut Butter Cookie Dough. Another good one is a pitcher of Frozen Sangria. If you’re asked to bring a side dish, try this Red Potato Salad Recipe.