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Magic Lemon Cobbler: A Sweet, Tangy Dessert Delight

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Magic Lemon Cobbler is a sweet, tangy dessert with a golden, buttery cobbler layer on top and a silky lemon filling that sinks to the bottom during baking, creating a magical pudding-like texture.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice/vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
  • 21 oz lemon pie filling or homemade lemon curd

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and melt in the oven for 3–4 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon extract (if using). Stir until smooth.
  3. Pour batter evenly over melted butter in the dish without stirring.
  4. Spoon lemon pie filling or lemon curd evenly over the batter. Do not stir; the filling will sink as it bakes.
  5. Bake for 45–55 minutes until edges are golden and center is set but slightly soft.
  6. Allow to cool 10–15 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm.
  7. Optional: Top with whipped cream, powdered sugar, ice cream, or lemon slices.

Notes

  • Substitute buttermilk with milk + lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Homemade lemon curd can be used instead of store-bought filling.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, spiced note.
  • Best served warm; leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian