Easy Recipe for Apple Cobbler

A Cozy Dessert for Any Occasion

Apple cobbler is one of those desserts that screams comfort food. It’s warm, sweet, and downright delicious! If you’re looking for an easy way to impress your friends or family, this apple cobbler recipe is your go-to. Picture this: warm apples nestled under a cozy blanket of buttery, crumbly topping. 🍏✨ What could be better than that?

Why Make This Recipe

Let’s be real, apple cobbler is a crowd-pleaser. Whether you have guests over or just want to enjoy a treat after a long day, this dessert hits the spot every time. The best part? It’s super simple to make! With minimal prep and cook time, you can whip this up even on a busy weeknight. Plus, it’s adaptable. Got extra apples lying around? Throw them in! Not only is it tasty, but it also makes your kitchen smell absolutely heavenly.

How to Make Easy Recipe for Apple Cobbler

Ready to dive in? Here’s how to conquer this delicious masterpiece. Follow these steps, and you’ll have an incredible dessert before you know it!

Ingredients:

• 5 pounds apples (peeled, about 9-11 large apples; use a variety of flavors)
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 small lemon)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 small lemon)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour* (See notes if you are making this without cooking the apples)
• 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 & 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
• 1 & 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk** (cheater version okay, see notes)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup cold butter (chopped into chunks)
• 2 tablespoons sugar (granulated or raw sugar or both)
• vanilla ice cream (for serving, not optional 😉)

Directions:

1. Make the apple filling: Choose those apples wisely! A mix like Granny Smith, Gala, and Golden Delicious works wonders for flavor.
2. Zest it up: Use a microplane grater to zest your lemon straight into a high-sided skillet. 😋
3. Juice it down: Squeeze in 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.
4. Slice and dice: Peel and slice your apples about 1/8 inch thick, tossing them in the skillet with lemon juice to avoid browning.
5. Cook ‘em up: (This step is optional!) Set your skillet over medium heat and sprinkle the apples with sugars and spices. Stir gently and let it simmer for 20 minutes while you maintain an eye on it, stirring every few minutes.
6. Stir in vanilla: Once the apples are tender but still firm enough to hold their shape, remove from heat, add vanilla, and transfer to a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
7. Preheat the oven: Get that beauty to 375°F as you prepare the cobbler topping.
8. Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
9. Add wet ingredients: Whisk buttermilk and egg in a separate bowl, then combine with the flour mixture, forming a shaggy dough.
10. Spread it out: Pour the topping over your apple mixture evenly.
11. Butter it up: Scatter chopped butter pieces on top and sprinkle with sugar.
12. Bake: Pop it in the oven for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. If you’re feeling fancy, broil it for an extra crispy edge. Just don’t leave it unattended—kitchen fires aren’t cool.
13. Dive in: Wait about 15 minutes (or not, who are we kidding?) before serving with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream!

How to Serve Easy Recipe for Apple Cobbler

This cobbler is best served warm directly from the oven. Don’t forget that scoop of vanilla ice cream on top! It’s the perfect contrast with the warm spiced apples. You could even drizzle some caramel sauce or a sprinkle of nuts on top if you’re feeling extra fancy.

How to Store Easy Recipe for Apple Cobbler

If, and that’s a big if, you have any leftovers, you can store them loosely covered at room temperature for a couple of days. After about two days, pop it in the fridge. Just make sure you let it warm up before diving back in—it won’t be as good cold, trust me!

Tips to Make Easy Recipe for Apple Cobbler

• Apple Variety: Using a variety of apple flavors enhances the taste. Don’t skimp on the mix!
• Don’t Omit the Vanilla: It makes a world of difference.
• Crispy Topping Alert: For that crunchy crust, broil for a couple of minutes at the end, but keep a close watch!

Variation

Feeling adventurous? Try adding berries or chopped nuts to the apple filling for an extra flavor dimension. You could also play with spices—ginger or allspice can give it an interesting twist!

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen apples for this recipe?
Yes, but fresh apples will yield better texture and flavor. If using frozen, ensure they’re fully thawed and drained.

2. Do I have to cook the apples first?
Nope! You can skip the cooking step altogether. Just toss the raw apples in the baking dish with sugar and spices, and bake.

3. Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble everything, cover it, and store it in the fridge. Bake it just before you plan to serve.

There you have it! Now go get your bake on and enjoy this delightful dessert. 🍏💖

Apple Cobbler

This easy apple cobbler recipe is warm, sweet, and downright delicious, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. With a buttery crumbly topping and spiced apple filling, it's a crowd-pleaser that's simple to prepare.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Apple Filling

• 5 pounds apples (peeled, about 9-11 large apples; use a variety of flavors) A mix like Granny Smith, Gala, and Golden Delicious works wonders for flavor.
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 small lemon) Use a microplane grater to zest your lemon.
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 small lemon)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour See notes if you are making this without cooking the apples.
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cobbler Topping

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk Cheater version okay.
• 1/2 cup cold butter (chopped into chunks)
• 2 tablespoons sugar (granulated or raw sugar or both)

For Serving

• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream Not optional 😉.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Choose those apples wisely! A mix like Granny Smith, Gala, and Golden Delicious works wonders for flavor.
2. Use a microplane grater to zest your lemon straight into a high-sided skillet.
3. Squeeze in 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.
4. Peel and slice your apples about 1/8 inch thick, tossing them in the skillet with lemon juice to avoid browning.

Cooking

1. (This step is optional!) Set your skillet over medium heat and sprinkle the apples with sugars and spices. Stir gently and let it simmer for 20 minutes while you maintain an eye on it, stirring every few minutes.
2. Once the apples are tender but still firm enough to hold their shape, remove from heat, add vanilla, and transfer to a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F as you prepare the cobbler topping.

Making the Topping

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
2. Whisk buttermilk and egg in a separate bowl, then combine with the flour mixture, forming a shaggy dough.
3. Pour the topping over your apple mixture evenly.
4. Scatter chopped butter pieces on top and sprinkle with sugar.

Baking

1. Pop it in the oven for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. If you’re feeling fancy, broil it for an extra crispy edge. Just don’t leave it unattended—kitchen fires aren’t cool.

Serving

1. Wait about 15 minutes (or not, who are we kidding?) before serving with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Notes

This cobbler is best served warm directly from the oven. You could even drizzle some caramel sauce or a sprinkle of nuts on top if you’re feeling extra fancy.