Name: Snickerdoodle Cobbler Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted; ¾ cup whole milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups sugar; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder; ¾ teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 ½ cups brown sugar, packed; 1 ½ cups hot water; ¼ cup sugar; ½ teaspoon cinnamon

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Introduction

Snickerdoodle Cobbler is a delightful twist on the classic cookie, combining warm cinnamon flavors with a soft, cake-like cobbler. It’s an easy dessert that’s perfect for cozy nights or casual gatherings, best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

The image shows a close-up of a brown baked apple cobbler in a clear glass square dish. The cobbler has a rough textured top layer with uneven golden-brown and darker crunchy crust patches scattered across. Underneath, there are soft, shiny, and juicy yellow apple slices visible, covered with syrupy glaze that looks sticky and sweet. A silver spoon is scooping a portion, lifting the mix of moist apple slices and the crunchy crust. In the background, a white plate with a serving of the cobbler and a white small pitcher with brown sauce sit on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 ½ cups brown sugar, packed
1 ½ cups hot water
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking pan, making sure it covers the bottom evenly.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, vanilla extract, and sugar until combined. Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, then whisk just until the batter comes together.
Step 3: Spoon the batter evenly over the melted butter in the pan. Do not stir.
Step 4: Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the batter. Carefully pour the hot water over the entire mixture without stirring.
Step 5: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and mostly set.
Step 6: While the cobbler is still hot, mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle this topping evenly over it.
Step 7: Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving. It’s delicious served warm, especially with vanilla ice cream.

Tips & Variations

For a richer flavor, try using half-and-half instead of whole milk.
Add chopped nuts or cinnamon chips to the batter for extra texture.
If you prefer a less sweet topping, reduce the cinnamon-sugar mixture by half.

Storage

Store leftover cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warm. This cobbler is best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A white plate holds a warm dessert featuring crispy brown cobbler pieces with a crumbly texture, covered in a shiny golden caramel sauce that spreads across the plate. Nestled among the cobbler chunks are soft, cooked banana slices, lightly browned and glossy. On top, there are three smooth, round scoops of vanilla ice cream drizzled with more caramel sauce, creating a contrast of cold white ice cream and warm caramel. A spoon holds up a portion of the cobbler, showing its soft inside. The plate is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use low-fat milk instead of whole milk?

Yes, you can substitute low-fat or skim milk, but the cobbler might be slightly less rich and tender.

What does pouring hot water over the batter do?

The hot water creates a unique layering effect, helping to form a soft, syrupy bottom layer underneath the cake-like top, mimicking the texture of classic snickerdoodle cookies.