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A bright and simple lemon cobbler with a magic self-saucing topping. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant milk)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for lemon filling)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for lemon filling)
  • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
  • Zest from 2–3 medium lemons
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups boiling water (optional for a saucier finish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the middle; do not grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Whisk 1/2 cup melted, cooled butter, 2 lightly beaten eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a separate large bowl until smooth.
  4. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and gently stir until just combined, leaving a few small lumps; do not overmix.
  5. In the 8×8 baking dish, sprinkle 1 cup granulated sugar evenly, then sprinkle 1/4 cup flour over the sugar; add 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice and zest from 2–3 lemons and stir until fairly smooth.
  6. Spoon or pour the batter evenly over the lemon mixture in the dish, spreading gently if needed to cover.
  7. Optional: drag a knife or skewer lightly through the batter to create a swirl pattern.
  8. Bake on the middle rack for 30–40 minutes at 350°F (175°C), until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the cake layer comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 15–20 minutes to let the custard set.
  10. Optional: whisk 1 cup sifted powdered sugar with 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice until drizzleable and pour over the slightly cooled cobbler.
  11. Slice into squares and serve warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Best served warm for the full gooey effect., For a little extra zing and depth, try adding a tablespoon of limoncello to the lemon filling., Do not overmix the batter to keep the cobbler tender; a few lumps are beneficial., Add 1/2 cup well-squeezed grated zucchini for extra moisture and nutrition, no need to peel., Swap regular milk for buttermilk for a tangier, more tender batter., Gluten-free adaptation: use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend with xanthan gum in batter and filling; add milk if batter is thick., Muffin adaptation: fill muffin tins 2/3 full and bake 18–22 minutes; custard layer less defined., Adjust sugar by about 1/4 cup up or down to taste in both batter and filling., Skip glaze and dust with powdered sugar or serve with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries., Freeze cooled cobbler before glazing; thaw and reheat before serving.

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