Apple Cobbler
This easy apple cobbler is made with sweet cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a golden, buttery crust. A cozy, old-fashioned dessert that’s simple and always a fall favorite.
Ingredients
Apple filling:
- 5 medium apples , about 7 cups
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice , optional
- ¾ cup apple juice
- ¼ cup light brown sugar , packed
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
Crumble topping:
- ½ cup salted butter , slightly melted
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar , more for top
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For serving (optional): vanilla ice cream, whipped cream or caramel sauce
Instructions
- Peel and slice: Peel 5 medium apples if desired and then cut into slices 1/4" thick. You can then cut the apples in half if you'd like smaller pieces.
- Make apple filling. Place the apples in a saucepan. Squeeze 1 Tablespoon of a lemon juice in if desired. Then add in 3/4 cup apple juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
- Make cobbler topping. Mix 1/2 cup salted butter, 2/3 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a medium-sized bowl. Once it's mixed, add in 1 cup flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Add in a pinch of salt and cinnamon if desired. Mix just until combined.
- Assemble. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9x13" or 9x9" (for a thicker crust) baking dish. Then pour the apples into the pan. Flatten the dough to place on top. Sprinkle with a Tablespoon of sugar (or cinnamon sugar) if desired.
- Bake. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve. Serve while warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Drizzle caramel on top if desired.
Notes
Apples: Make sure to use fresh and firm apples. I prefer to use a mix of golden delicious, honey crisp or granny smith for baking. Feel free to leave the skin on or peel them beforehand. I prefer to peel them, but usually run out of time and leave them on. :)
Make ahead: If you want to get a head start on this dessert, you can cook the apples as instructed. Then I would make the dough and refrigerate separately until ready to bake. Follow the last 3 steps when ready to bake.
Storage: This dish is best served hot out of the oven. You can store leftover for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes at 300°F.
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcal, Carbohydrates: 47g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 27mg, Sodium: 93mg, Potassium: 197mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 32g, Vitamin A: 381IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
