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Warm and comforting pumpkin cobbler has all of the flavors of pumpkin pie but in an easy-to-make baked dessert!
Best Fall Cobbler
It’s pumpkin-everything-season and time to whip up our favorite pumpkin recipes!! Because we always love a good cobbler or crisp – we knew we had to try a pumpkin version, and we are so glad we did. This pumpkin cobbler is phenomenal!
Not only is it packed with all the flavors and textures you love about Homemade Pumpkin Pie, but it’s half the work! Plus, it only requires a few ingredients.
Serve it with a scoop of Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream or a dollop of Homemade Whipped Cream and enjoy!
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- So simple. It takes just minutes to prep this cobbler!
- Pumpkin perfection. This pumpkin pie spiced dessert is a favorite fall dessert recipe.
- For a crowd. It preps in minutes, and is perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
BAKE TIME: 1 hour 15 minutes
- 1 (29-ounce) can pumpkin puree – This recipe calls for a can of pumpkin puree and NOT canned pumpkin pie filling. Puree is only pumpkin whereas the canned pie filling already has spices and other ingredients mixed into it.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar – light brown or dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice – a delicious blend of warm spices. Some common spices found in the blend include cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon. You can use store-bought spice or try this Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe.
- 1 (15-ounce) can evaporated milk – not sweetened condensed milk
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix – or pumpkin spice cake, but omit added pumpkin spice
- ½ cup pecans, chopped (optional) – or use chopped walnuts, or toffee bits
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
How to Make Pumpkin Cobbler
- PREP. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- PUMPKIN LAYER. Mix 1 can pumpkin puree, ½ cup sugar ½ cup brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl. Add 4 beaten eggs and 1 can evaporated milk and stir to incorporate. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pan.
- CAKE LAYER. Whisk 1 box cake mix in a separate bowl to break up any lumps. Sprinkle batter evenly over the pumpkin.
- TOPPING. Sprinkle ½ cup chopped pecans (optional) and then drizzle ½ cup melted butter over the cake mix.
- BAKE. Bake for 1 hour, 15-20 minutes. The cobbler is finished when the top is golden brown and the cake mix no longer looks crumbly.
- SERVE. Divide into bowls and serve warm, topped with Whipped Cream or a scoop of Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon or a drizzle of Caramel Sauce.
- Served warm, the pumpkin has a creamy texture, and the crispness of the cake topping is the perfect compliment.
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Pumpkin Cobbler
Warm and comforting pumpkin cobbler has all of the flavors of pumpkin pie but in an easy-to-make baked dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 (29-ounce) can pumpkin puree, not pie filling
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 (15-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup pecans, chopped (optional)
- ½ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F and prepare a 9" x 13" dish with cooking spray.
- Mix pumpkin, sugars, and spice in a large bowl. Add beaten eggs and evaporated milk and stir to incorporate.
- Pour pumpkin mixture into the prepared pan.
- Whisk cake mix in a medium bowl to break up any lumps. Sprinkle evenly over the pumpkin.
- Sprinkle pecans (optional) and then butter over the cake mix.
- Bake for 1 hour, 15-20 minutes. Cobbler is finished when the top is golden brown and the cake mix no longer looks crumbly.
- Divide into bowls and serve warm, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon.
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Notes
STORE. They’ll last in the fridge for 2-3 days.
FREEZE. To freeze leftovers, make sure the container is freezer-safe and stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave.
Make it ahead of time. Keep this dessert at room temperature for a couple of hours.
- STORE. For longer storage, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for 3-5 days.
- FREEZE. Freezing this dessert is also an option. However, the texture may be a bit different when thawed. To freeze, wrap the pan with plastic wrap and again with foil. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge. Cover the pan with foil and reheat in the oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 12g, Calories: 415kcal, Carbohydrates: 63g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 85mg, Sodium: 439mg, Potassium: 323mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 42g, Vitamin A: 11066IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 225mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Can I Bake in a Dutch Oven?
- Preheat the oven to 350°F with the Dutch oven inside. Add the pumpkin cobbler to the hot Dutch oven and return it to the oven. Cover and bake for 20-30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
Make Ahead of Time?
- Keep this dessert at room temperature for a couple of hours. For longer storage, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for 3-5 days.
- Freeze. Freezing this dessert is also an option. However, the texture may be a bit different when thawed. To freeze, wrap the pan with plastic wrap and again with foil. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge.
- Reheat. Cover the pan with foil and reheat in the oven.
How to Store Leftover Pumpkin Cobbler Recipe?
- Divide leftovers into individual airtight containers and refrigerate for 2-3 days.
How to Freeze?
- To freeze leftovers, make sure the container is freezer-safe and stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave.
So easy and very good. My husband loved it
So happy he did! Glad you tried it! Thank you for trying it!
Ive made this three timeS and loveD it. Its an excellent recipe.
For the topPings, ive made it with pcans and toffee bits,served it warm with wHipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Mmm..that all sounds great! I am happy you like it! Thank you so much!
This pumpkin cobbler is perfect on a chilly autumn evening. I Love all the different pumpkin recipes.
Im amazed at all the different things you can make with pumpkin. Cobbler is a family favorIte! Wont dissappoint.
My friends loved this!! I took it to a get-together & it was gone in minutes. It is very easy to make, soft, & flavorful!
I love how simple this recipe was to through together! In my opinion I prefer it more than pumpkin pie. DELICIOUS!
Wow, this is super easy & tasty!! We can’t get enough pumpkin flavors, so it’s nice to have all these wonderful pumpkin recipes!
Sweet! My family loves cobblers!
Can’t wait to make this recipe! Pinned!
This looks delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Pinned 🙂