Decadent Pie Filling Cobbler
This delicious Decadent Pie Filling Cobbler combines the rich, comforting flavors of your favorite pie filling with a light and fluffy cake topping. Originating from my eighth-grade cooking class and lovingly adjusted by my mother, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that highlights the sweet and tangy notes of fruit filling beneath a buttery cake layer. Serve it warm, drizzled with melted ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, for an indulgent dessert that evokes nostalgia and comfort. Perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, this cobbler will surely have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Servings
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Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pie Filling
1 (One 21-ounce can of your favorite flavor)
Yellow Cake Mix
1 (A 9-ounce box or half of an 18-ounce box)
Margarine
3 (Tablespoons, melted for drizzling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Generously grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with margarine to ensure easy serving.
3
Evenly distribute half of the yellow cake mix across the bottom of the greased dish, creating a layer.
4
Carefully pour your favorite pie filling over the cake mix layer, spreading it evenly.
5
Sprinkle the remaining cake mix over the pie filling, covering it completely.
6
Melt the margarine in a small bowl and drizzle it over the top of the cake mix layer.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Let cool slightly before serving warm with your choice of ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Pie Filling Cobbler?
It is a dessert that combines rich pie filling with a light and fluffy cake topping.
What temperature should the oven be?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size baking dish is required?
The recipe calls for an 8x8-inch baking dish.
How should I prepare the baking dish?
Generously grease the baking dish with margarine to ensure easy serving.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are only three main ingredients: pie filling, yellow cake mix, and margarine.
What is the first step in layering the cobbler?
Evenly distribute half of the yellow cake mix across the bottom of the greased dish.
How much pie filling is needed?
One 21-ounce can of your favorite flavor of pie filling is required.
How much yellow cake mix do I need?
You need a 9-ounce box or half of an 18-ounce box.
Where do I put the pie filling?
Carefully pour the pie filling over the first layer of cake mix and spread it evenly.
What do I do with the remaining cake mix?
Sprinkle the remaining cake mix over the pie filling layer to cover it completely.
How much margarine is used?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of margarine.
How is the margarine added to the recipe?
Melt the margarine and drizzle it over the top of the final cake mix layer.
How long does the cobbler bake?
Bake the cobbler for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know when the cobbler is done?
The top should be golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
Should the cobbler be served hot or cold?
It is best served warm after cooling slightly.
What are the suggested toppings?
Serve it with melted ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
What is the origin of this recipe?
It originated from the creator's eighth-grade cooking class and was adjusted by their mother.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy and quick dessert recipe.
Can I use any flavor of pie filling?
Yes, you can use one 21-ounce can of your favorite flavor.
What texture does the cake mix topping have?
The topping is described as light, fluffy, and buttery.
Is this recipe good for large groups?
It is perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers.
What kind of feelings does this dessert evoke?
This cobbler is designed to evoke nostalgia and comfort.
Can I use half an 18-ounce box of cake mix?
Yes, half of an 18-ounce box is equivalent to the 9 ounces required.
What should the top layer look like before baking?
It should be a layer of dry cake mix drizzled with melted margarine.
Does the recipe require eggs or oil?
No, the recipe only uses the dry cake mix, pie filling, and margarine.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized as a dessert, cobbler, and comfort food.
Is the margarine used for greasing the pan?
Yes, it is used both for greasing the pan and for drizzling over the top.
How much time is needed for the preparation of the oven?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before starting the assembly.
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
While the recipe specifies margarine, butter can usually be substituted in cobbler recipes.
What is the main flavor profile?
It highlights the sweet and tangy notes of the fruit filling beneath a buttery cake layer.