Warm and Gooey Snickerdoodle Cobbler Recipe
Warm and Gooey Snickerdoodle Cobbler is a comforting dessert that combines the classic cinnamon-sugar flavor of snickerdoodles with a luscious, caramel-like sauce. This easy-to-make cobbler features a tender, fluffy batter topped with a cinnamon-spiced sugary crust and a gooey, buttery caramel sauce formed during baking. Perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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: Set 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 all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until you get a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the baking dish: Spread the prepared batter evenly in the greased 9×9-inch baking dish to form an even layer.
- Make the cinnamon-sugar topping: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and optional nutmeg. Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
- Add the hot water: Carefully pour the hot water over the entire dish. Do not stir the water into the batter. This pouring step creates the gooey caramel sauce that will develop as the cobbler bakes.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cobbler to sit for about 10 minutes after baking so the sauce can thicken. Serve warm, ideally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent experience.
Notes
- You can substitute nutmeg with a pinch of ground ginger for a slight twist on warmth and spice.
- Make sure to use hot water at step five; this is essential for creating the gooey sauce underneath the cobbler.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Best served warm, but leftovers can be reheated gently in the microwave or oven.
- Add chopped nuts or raisins to the topping for additional texture if desired.
Keywords: Snickerdoodle Cobbler, Cinnamon Dessert, Gooey Cobbler, Warm Desserts, Easy Cobbler Recipe
