Easy Fresh Pear Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients (11)

• 3 to 4 cups sliced fresh pears, about 3 medium pears
• 1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
• 4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup milk (whole or low-fat)
• 1 large egg
• Ice cream, for serving, optional
• Whipped cream, for serving, optional