Apple Cobbler
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4.9
Apple Cobbler
Description
This Apple Cobbler recipe starts with peeled, sliced apples cooked briefly with brown sugar, water or apple juice, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to create a flavorful fruit base. The batter, made from flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, and melted butter, is poured over the stewed apples, sprinkled with cinnamon, and baked until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. The result is a contrast of a tender, spiced apple filling beneath a soft yet slightly crisp, sweet topping.
The combination of spices and lemon juice brightens the flavor, while the cornstarch thickens the apple juices, preventing a runny filling. The cobbler can be served warm alone or with vanilla ice cream, making it a comforting dessert suited for cooler weather or any time a sweet baked apple dish is desirable.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to four days. The apple filling can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen, and the baked cobbler also freezes well for later enjoyment. Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set but enjoy it warm for best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 medium apple Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, or other good baking apple), peeled and sliced ¼ inch thick
- 1 cup water or apple juice
- 1/3 cup brown sugar , packed
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
For the batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 5 Tablespoons butter , melted
- ground cinnamon for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch pan lightly with cooking spray.
- Stir together brown sugar, water, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a saucepan. Stir in apples. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan.
- In a large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and melted butter, just until combined.
- Pour the mixture over the apples in the pan. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
- Bake for about 38-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, if desired.
- Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- The apple filling can be prepared up to three days ahead and stored in the refrigerator or frozen for up to three months.
- After baking, leftover cobbler should be refrigerated and is good for up to four days.
- The baked cobbler can be frozen for up to three months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm in the oven before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 330 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 330kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 177mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 313mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 46g | 92% |
| Vitamin A | 354IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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