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Easy Gooey Southern Pecan Pie Cobbler (No Corn Syrup)

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Create a comforting Southern dessert that tastes like pecan pie but is easier to make. This recipe features a rich, gooey caramel filling topped with a buttery crust and toasted pecans. It is a perfect holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup cold milk
  • 1 cup pecan halves, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup substitute (like maple syrup or golden syrup)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare the topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the cold milk until just combined to form a soft dough. Press this dough evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish to form the crust base.
  4. Place half of the chopped pecans evenly over the dough base.
  5. Prepare the gooey filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. Whisk in the melted butter, corn syrup substitute, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. This creates your caramel pecan topping base.
  7. Pour the filling mixture evenly over the pecan-covered crust.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining half of the chopped pecans over the top of the filling.
  9. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set and bubbly.
  10. Let the cobbler cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before serving. This allows the gooey filling to set slightly.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour in the crust and filling with a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend.
  • If you prefer a biscuit-style topping instead of a crust base, drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the filling instead of pressing a crust layer.
  • Serve this comfort food dessert warm with vanilla ice cream for the best experience.

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