This Southern Sweet Potato Cobbler is the definition of comfort food. Rich, creamy sweet potatoes are layered with a buttery, golden topping that bakes into a soft, cake-like crust. It’s warm, nostalgic, and perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or anytime you want a simple homemade dessert that tastes like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen.
Recipe Overview
- Yields: 8–10 servings
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 35–45 minutes
- Total Time: About 1 hour
Ingredients
For the sweet potato filling:
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes, baked or boiled until tender)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping:
- 1 box (about 15 oz) yellow or white cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, melted butter (1/4 cup), cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined. Pour this sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, mix the dry cake mix with the remaining 1/2 cup melted butter. Stir until the mixture becomes crumbly and evenly moistened.
Sprinkle the cake mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer in the baking dish. Do not mix—this forms the cobbler’s signature topping.
Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving. This allows the cobbler to set slightly and makes it easier to serve.
Serving Tips
This cobbler is best served warm. It pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Enjoy this classic Southern dessert that brings warmth and comfort in every bite.
