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Irresistible Recipe for Magic Lemon Cobbler That Will Brighten Your Day

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Learn how to make delicious RECIPE for Magic Lemon Cobbler. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour for a nuttier flavor)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for a tangier bite)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for extra brightness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (a little nod to sweetness)

If you’re out of fresh lemons, bottled lemon juice works in a pinch, but fresh always brings that bright, sunny flavor that makes this cobbler sing. And if you want to add a touch of depth, a splash of simple syrup made with honey or maple can replace part of the sugar in the lemon syrup.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Butter a 9×9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish. This is a step Mama Lu never skipped — the butter helps the cobbler brown beautifully and gives it that rustic charm.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. This dry mix is the base of your magic batter.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg lightly, then stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mama Lu always said, “Don’t rush this part — let the flavors come together.”
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold until just combined. It’s okay if there are a few lumps; overmixing can make the cobbler tough.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon zest if using. Stir until the sugar dissolves a bit — this syrup is the heart of the magic.
  7. Slowly pour the lemon syrup evenly over the batter. Don’t stir — the magic happens when the syrup sinks through the batter during baking, creating that layered effect.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. You’ll see the syrup bubbling at the edges — that’s when you know it’s done.
  9. Let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This resting time lets the layers set, much like the stories Mama Lu would share while we waited for dinner.

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