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Magic Lemon Cobbler

A self-saucing lemon cobbler with a fluffy top and tangy lemon sauce underneath.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar divided
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Top Layer
  • 1 cup lemon curd
  • 1.5 cups boiling water
  • 1 lemon zest

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in baking dish.
  2. Mix batter ingredients and pour over butter.
  3. Add lemon curd and sugar.
  4. Pour boiling water over top without stirring.
  5. Bake 40–45 minutes until golden.

Notes

Do not stir layers. Serve warm for best texture.