Fall Desserts: Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe with a Cake Mix
This Pecan Pie Cobbler has been declared the best recipe I have made by my sweet Darb! In fact, I hadn’t planned on sharing it with you for a couple of weeks. But…the truth is, you need this Easy Pecan Cobbler in your life today and forever. It has a pecan pie filling and a cobbler topping for the perfect combination. You are going to love it!
Do you love pecan recipes? Try this Pecan Upside Down Bundt Cake!
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What I love about this Pecan Cobbler Recipe
The question is more of what isn’t there to love about this Pecan Cobbler Recipe? I can’t get over how easy it is to pull together but the taste is totally awesome too.
Using a cake mix for the topping allows you to only use 3 ingredients which is so amazing.
The filling is great too because it uses a combination of sweeteners for a mixture that rivals the very best pecan pies I have ever had.
Ingredients Needed for your Pecan Pie Cobbler:
Pecan Pie Filling
- Eggs-they make up a bulk of the filling and you need a few.
- Brown Sugar-the best sugar to use when baking with pecans {at least in my opinion}.
- Corn Syrup-adds thickness and sweetness.
- Honey-allows you to not add as much corn syrup but still get the same great texture.
- Salt-a little salt will enhance the filling flavors.
- Butter-melt it and make sure it is cooled. We didn’t say it was low fat. 🙂
- Pecans-lots and lots of pecans!
Cake Mix Cobbler Topping
- Yellow Cake Mix-with all of the dry ingredients needed already inside, it is a great option.
- Butter-for the topping we want cold butter to cut into the cake mix.
- Boiling Water-super important that it is boiling.
How to make Pecan Pie Cobbler with a Cake Mix
There ares only a few steps so let’s get going…
- Add the chopped pecans to the bottom of your prepared 9×13 pan. Whisk together the rest of the filling ingredients in a large bowl and pour it over the top of the pecans.
- Start the cobbler topping by adding the cold butter that you have chopped into small pieces into the cake mix that is in a medium bowl. Use a pastry cutter {fork or two knives} to work the butter into the cake mix until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add the boiling water and stir until just combined.
- Take spoonfuls of the cobbler topping mixture and place them on top of the pecans. The top does not have to be completely covered but they can overlap some.
- Add a few additional chopped pecans to the top of the filling.
Bake in a 400 degree oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and everything is baked through.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack.
Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe Variations
You can change up the nuts and use walnuts in place of pecans for a totally different flavor that would be equally delicious.
Or try a different kind of cake mix in the cobbler topping. Use vanilla, chocolate or even butter pecan.
How to Store Pecan Pie Cobbler
The best way to store this Pecan Pie Cobbler is to refrigerate it. The cobbler will last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator as long as it is covered well.
This Pecan Cobbler can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Can Pecan Cobbler be made in Advance?
Yes! It can be made in advance but I have to admit that I prefer it warm, straight from the oven.
If you make it ahead of time I would suggest either freezing it or only making a day ahead to get the best quality.
Cobbler Serving Recommendations:
This Pecan Pie Cobbler with a cake mix is best served warm. Either straight from the oven or heated in the microwave for 30 seconds.
Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special touch.
It would also be the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving Dessert Table.
Tips for the BEST Pecan Pie Cake Mix Cobbler
- Use real butter and do not substitute with margarine. Using real butter is what helps give both the filling and topping the great flavor. It is also a key ingredient in how the topping bakes up.
- Be sure that your water is boiling. Don’t skip that step or your cobbler topping will not tighten and bake up correctly.
- Serve warm. The mixture of the warm filling with the rich topping is out of this world.
Do you love baking with pecans? Try these recipes…
- Pecan Shortbread Bars
- Pecan Upside Down Bundt Cake
- Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns
- Pecan Pie Cookie Bites
- Butter Pecan & Milk Chocolate Cookies
- Maple Pecan Scones
Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe with a Cake Mix
Ingredients
Pecan Pie Filling
- 8 eggs
- 2 cups brown sugar {packed}
- 1 cup corn syrup
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup butter {melted}
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups pecans {chopped}
Cake Mix Cobbler Topping
- 1-15.25 oz. box yellow cake mix
- 12 tablespoons butter {cold and cut into small pieces}
- ½ cup boiling water
- 2 tablespoons pecans {finely chopped}
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°. Spray a 9x13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
Pecan Pie Filling
- In a large bowl whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, honey, salt, melted butter and vanilla extract. Whisk until all of the ingredients are completely incorporated.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans in the bottom of the prepared 9x13 pan. Top pecans with the filling mixture and set aside.
Cake Mix Cobbler Topping
- In a medium bowl add the dry cake mix and cold pieces of butter. Use a pastry cutter {fork or 2 knives} to work the butter into the cake mix until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add boiling water and stir until it comes together.
- Drop large spoonfuls over the top of the pecan mixture. Sprinkle with a few additional chopped pecans {if desired}.
- Bake for 10 minutes on a cookie sheet {just in case it boils over}. After 10 minutes, reduce heat to 325 degrees and continue baking for an additional 25-35 minutes or until baked through. Remove from oven and allow it to cool on a cooling rack or serve warm. Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
