Description

This Irresistible Apple Cobbler features tender spiced apples cooked in a fragrant sauce and topped with a light, fluffy batter that bakes to a golden brown. It’s an easy-to-make, comforting dessert perfect for cozy nights, best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to elevate its flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

For the fruit filling:

6 medium baking apples (Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, etc.), peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 cup water or apple juice
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp salt

For the batter:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup milk
5 tbsp melted butter

For topping:

Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Cook the Apple Filling: In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water or apple juice, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir well, then add the peeled and sliced apples. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples start to soften and the sauce thickens slightly.
Place Filling in Pan: Pour the cooked apple mixture evenly into the prepared, greased baking pan, spreading the apples into an even layer.
Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and melted butter until just combined and no dry streaks remain. Use a spatula for gentle stirring to keep the topping light and fluffy; avoid overmixing.
Add Batter to Apples: Pour the cobbler topping mixture over the apples in the pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle lightly with ground cinnamon.
Bake the Cobbler: Bake in the preheated oven for 38–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to enhance the flavors of the spiced apples.
Store Leftovers: Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

Use baking apples like Granny Smith or Golden Delicious for the best texture and flavor.
Lightly greasing the pan helps prevent sticking and makes serving easier.
Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay to keep the topping tender.
Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving to let the flavors meld and prevent burns.
Serving with vanilla ice cream is optional but highly recommended for a delicious contrast of warm and cold.
Leftovers can be reheated gently in the microwave or oven before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple cobbler recipe, baked apple dessert, easy apple cobbler, spiced apple cobbler, classic apple cobbler