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Magic Lemon Cobbler

A bright and tangy lemon cobbler with a magical layered texture that forms while baking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Lemon Layer
  • 1 cup lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups hot water

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and melt butter in baking dish.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add milk and vanilla to form batter.
  4. Pour batter over melted butter without stirring.
  5. Mix lemon juice, zest, and sugar, then pour over batter.
  6. Pour hot water over everything without mixing.
  7. Bake 40–45 minutes until golden on top.

Notes

Do not stir layers to achieve the magic effect.