Magic Lemon Cobbler: 5-Ingredient Bright Comfort Dessert
A warm lemon cobbler with a soft cake-like topping and a tangy citrus sauce that forms underneath as it bakes.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 1/2 cups hot water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and melt butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish.
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Whisk flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
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Stir in milk until smooth.
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Pour batter over melted butter without stirring.
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Mix lemon juice, zest, and remaining sugar, then spoon over batter.
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Pour hot water gently over entire dish without stirring.
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Bake 40 to 45 minutes until top is golden.
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Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Do not stir the layers after assembling. Serve warm for best texture.