During a happy baking accident, I poured hot water over snickerdoodle cookie dough, creating what would become this magical cobbler. Like a snickerdoodle cookie meeting warm pudding, this dessert creates its own cinnamon-sugar sauce as it bakes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 8 portions
Calories: 365 per serving

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Snickerdoodle Cobbler combines the warm, comforting flavors of classic snickerdoodle cookies with a gooey cobbler texture. As it bakes, the dessert magically separates into a fluffy cookie layer and a creamy cinnamon sauce underneath.

Ingredients & Equipment

For the Base:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¾ cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar

For the Topping:

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1½ cups hot water

Equipment:

• 9×13 baking dish
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Measuring cups/spoons
• Rubber spatula

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep:

• Preheat oven to 350°F
• Grease baking dish
• Mix cinnamon-sugar topping

1. Make Batter:

• Whisk dry ingredients
• Stir in melted butter
• Add milk, vanilla
• Mix until smooth

1. Layer:

• Pour batter in dish
• Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar
• Carefully pour hot water over

1. Bake:

• 40-45 minutes until set
• Top should be golden
• Sauce will be bubbly

1. Serve:

• Cool 15 minutes
• Serve warm
• Add vanilla ice cream

Tips & Variations

Expert Tips:

• Don’t stir after adding water
• Check doneness at 35 minutes
• Let cool to thicken sauce

Common Substitutions:

• Whole milk → buttermilk
• Cream of tartar → lemon juice
• All-purpose → cake flour
• Vanilla → almond extract

Troubleshooting Guide:

• Too thin: Bake longer
• No sauce: Water not hot enough
• Doughy center: Need more time
• Too sweet: Reduce sugar

Variations:

• Add apple chunks
• Use brown sugar topping
• Add chopped nuts
• Make chocolate version

Storage

Best served warm. Keeps at room temperature 2 days, refrigerated up to 5 days. Reheat individual portions in microwave. Not recommended for freezing.

FAQs

Can I make ahead?
Best served fresh, but can reheat.

Why hot water?
Creates magical sauce layer.

Can I double recipe?
Use two pans instead.

Why cream of tartar?
Classic snickerdoodle flavor.

Serve with ice cream?
Highly recommended!

This Snickerdoodle Cobbler transforms a beloved cookie into a warm, comforting dessert perfect for any occasion. The magic happens as it bakes, creating layers of flavor that will make this an instant family favorite.