Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Snickerdoodle Cobbler Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.1 from 8 reviews
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Snickerdoodle Cobbler is a warm, comforting dessert with a tender cinnamon-flavored cake base topped with a spiced sugar crust and a unique hot water finish that creates a moist, gooey texture. Perfect for serving warm with a scoop of ice cream, this easy-to-make cobbler combines the classic snickerdoodle flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar into a delightful baked treat.


Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste

Topping and Finishing

  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup hot water


Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and set it aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all purpose flour, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 3/4 cup light brown sugar. Use a fork or whisk to evenly mix the dry ingredients together.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients to Batter: Pour the whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla paste into the dry mixture. Stir using a spoon or whisk until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Pour Batter into Dish: Transfer the prepared batter evenly into the greased 8×8 baking dish, smoothing the top if necessary.
  5. Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix together 3/4 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon using a fork until well blended.
  6. Sprinkle Topping and Add Hot Water: Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping over the cake batter in the baking dish. Then, carefully pour 1 cup of hot water evenly over the top, making sure the entire surface is covered. This hot water layer will create a moist, bubbling effect as it bakes.
  7. Bake the Cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The cake should be set and a golden brown color on top.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for about 5 minutes after removing from the oven. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of your favorite ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.

Notes

  • For best results, use whole milk as it adds richness and moisture to the batter.
  • The hot water poured over the batter is key to creating a syrupy bottom layer in the cobbler – do not skip this step.
  • You can substitute the vanilla paste with vanilla extract if unavailable.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to complement the cinnamon flavors.
  • Make sure to grease the baking dish well to avoid sticking and facilitate easy serving.