Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe For A Crowd
This Pecan Pie Cobbler brings the gooey richness of pecan pie together with a flaky pie crust and sweet, buttery filling. Made with pantry staples like brown sugar, corn syrup, and chopped pecans, it’s a warm and comforting dessert that’s perfect for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
What makes this pecan cobbler recipe a standout—besides its rich, gooey flavor—is how easy it is to pull together using simple pantry staples. It’s been a consistent favorite on the blog and gets rave reviews for both taste and convenience.
Pecan Pie Cobbler Is The Perfect Dessert
| Prep Time | Cook Time/Cool Time | Servings | Prep Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 minutes | 45 minutes/1 hour | 15 | Beginner + |
Watch How To Make Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler
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mary Catherine says:
“I made this for a group & it was a huge hit! I have been asked to make again! Went together easily.”
Ingredients
- Two pie crusts (store-bought rolled crusts) – They form the layered base and middle of the cobbler, giving it that pie-like texture in a casserole form.
- Light corn syrup – Adds sweetness and helps create the signature gooey, caramel-like filling.
- Chopped pecans – Provide texture and ensure the nutty flavor is distributed throughout the cobbler.
- Pecan halves – Create a pretty, crunchy topping and give that classic pecan pie look on top.
Full recipe with measurements and instructions listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Step-By-Step Instructions For How To Make Pecan Pie Cobbler
Start by adding the brown sugar to a large bowl and pour the melted butter over the brown sugar. Next, add the corn syrup to the bowl along with the eggs and vanilla extract to the pecan pie cobbler mixture. I beat the eggs a little bit before adding them to the mix; that way, it’s easier to mix everything once it’s all in the bowl.
Roll out the crust into a rectangle and avoid making it too thin. Press it into the bottom of a greased casserole dish, but let it sit as it is. It doesn’t need to be perfect. Stir the pecan pie mixture again and pour half into the casserole dish. You will reserve half for the second part of this recipe.
Tip: I made this once and pressed the crust all the way up the sides of the casserole dish, and it ended up getting a little burnt when I baked it in the oven the first time because it was so thin.
Take the second pie crust and roll it out into a rectangular shape, and place it on top of the pecan pie mixture. Brush a tablespoon of melted butter on the crust (this makes the best buttery cobbler crust). Bake the pecan pie cobbler for about 15 minutes or until the top crust is golden brown.
Remove the pecan pie cobbler from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees. Stir the pecan pie filling and pour the remainder over the cooked crust.
TIP: Be sure to stir up the mixture before pouring over the cooked crust; otherwise, the sugar will settle to the bottom of the bowl, clump, and blob out onto your crust.
Sprinkle 1-1/2 cups of the pecan halves onto the top of the pecan pie cobbler. Bake the pecan pie cobbler for about 30 minutes. The inside will still be a little bit jiggly. Allow the pie to cool for at least an hour before serving.
FAQs
Do You Use Light Or Dark Corn Syrup For The Recipe For Pecan Pie Cobbler?
You can use either dark or light. It all comes down to preference. It will have a deeper flavor with dark syrup.
How Do You Keep Pecan Pie Filling From Seeping Through The Crust?
No matter what you do, the pecan pie filling will seep through the crust. It’s just the nature of the dessert.
Does A Cobbler Have Crust On Top Or Bottom?
It is really up to the person cooking the cobbler. A lot of cobblers have the ingredients on the bottom and some of the crust in the center or on top. This recipe calls for two crusts, and both bake while the cobbler is baking, making this a delicious dessert.
What Is Cobbler Crust Made Of?
A cobbler crust can be made from different ingredients. In a pecan pie cobbler, I use traditional pie crust. If you were to make a peach cobbler, the crust is usually crumbly and in many pieces. Most cobbler crusts are made of some type of dough.
More Pecan Desserts
- Pecan pie brownies are to die for, and you will never think of brownies in the same way.
- Classic pecan pie – this is the most famous recipe for pecan pie. It is one of my favorite desserts, and it’s one of those easy recipes that everyone makes and loves around the holidays.
- Maple syrup pecan pie – this recipe has a ton of flavor, and it’s not overwhelming. Dollop a little whipped cream on top, and you’ve got one amazing treat this holiday season.
- Pecan pie bars – these bars are like a piece of pie in square form, and they have a pecan pastry dough crust and a sweet pecan filling that is out-of-this-world.
Pecan Pie Cobbler
Ingredients
- 2 rolled refrigerated pie crusts 2 come in a package
- 2-1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter melted + 1 Tablespoon
- 2-1/2 cups light corn syrup
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 6 eggs beaten lightly
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 1-1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees (you will lower to 350 degrees after baking the first layer).
- Grease the bottom of the dish with non-stick spray. I use a 9" x 13" casserole dish.
- Roll out one pie crust into a rectangular shape and place it in the dish (it does not have to be perfect and does not need to go all the way up the sides of the casserole dish).
- Add the brown sugar, melted butter, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract to a large bowl. Mix well.
- Add the 2 cups of chopped pecans and mix well.
- Pour half of the mixture over the pie crust.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the mixture (again, the crust does not need to be rolled out perfectly).
- Brush or spoon the tablespoon of melted butter over the crust and bake for approximately 15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and turn the oven down to 350 degrees.
- Stir the remainder of the pecan pie mixture and pour over the cooked crust.
- Add the 1-1/2 cups of pecan halves to the top of the cobbler. (Either sprinkle the pecans randomly or place in order).
- Bake again for 30 minutes.
- Allow the pecan pie cobbler to cool for at least one hour before serving.
- OPTIONAL: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the top of the warm cobbler.
