Description
This Magic Lemon Cobbler is zesty, buttery, and magically separates into layers of cake and curd—easy, bright, and irresistibly good!
Ingredients
For the Batter:
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
For the Lemon Layer:
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1 cup lemon curd or lemon pie filling
Optional Garnishes:
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Powdered sugar
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Lemon zest
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Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Place butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and melt it in the oven.
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Mix Batter: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, milk, and vanilla until just combined.
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Layer Batter Over Butter: Pour batter into the dish with melted butter. Do not stir.
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Add Lemon Layer: Spoon lemon curd evenly over the batter. Do not stir.
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Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Cool & Serve: Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. Add toppings if desired.
Notes
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Don’t stir after layering—this creates the cobbler’s signature magic.
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Use fresh lemon curd for the brightest flavor.
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Double the recipe in a 9×13 dish for more servings.
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Let it rest before serving—this helps the layers set.
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Pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes