Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Carrot Cake Cobbler, an irresistible dessert that merges the rich, spiced flavors of classic carrot cake with a luscious caramel sauce beneath. Perfect for Easter gatherings or any special occasion, this delightful dish features a buttery top layer that bakes to perfection while the hot caramel sauce seeps through, creating a unique texture and flavor profile. With its easy preparation and crowd-pleasing appeal, Carrot Cake Cobbler is destined to become a family favorite. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla or cheesecake ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (+ 3 tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 1/2 cups very hot water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine applesauce, melted butter, and grated carrot; then mix into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into an 8-inch casserole dish.
- For the topping, mix additional sugars and spread over the batter. Pour hot water gently on top without stirring.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 40-50 minutes until set in the middle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg