Description

Get ready for a dessert that feels like a sunshine-filled magic trick! This Magic Lemon Cobbler starts with two simple layers—lemon filling and cobbler batter—but once baked, they swap places to reveal a tangy pudding base topped with golden, pillowy crust. It’s the kind of recipe that delivers both flavor and fun, perfect for lemon lovers everywhere.

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
1 (21 oz) can lemon pie filling or lemon curd

Instructions

Preheat & Melt Butter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the butter in a 9×9 inch baking dish and pop it in the oven for 3–4 minutes until melted.
Mix the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add buttermilk, vanilla, and lemon extract (if using), and whisk until smooth.
Layer & Bake: Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter—do not stir. Gently spoon lemon pie filling over the top in an even layer. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden and puffed around the edges.
Serve & Enjoy: Let cool slightly. The lemon will settle into a silky pudding base with the cobbler on top. Serve warm with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, lemon zest, or powdered sugar.

Notes

Add fresh berries for color and contrast. Drizzle with a bit of honey or lemon glaze. Serve in individual ramekins for a dinner-party wow factor. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or enjoy chilled.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: lemon cobbler, magic dessert, citrus dessert, easy cobbler, pudding cobbler, summer baking