Name: Juicy Apple Cobbler Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Golden Delicious), 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; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 3/4 cup milk; 5 tbsp melted butter; Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling; Optional: coarse sugar for extra crunch

Ingredients

6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Golden Delicious), 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

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

3/4 cup milk

5 tbsp melted butter

Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter and set aside.

Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, water or apple juice, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir well to dissolve the cornstarch.

Step 3: Add the sliced apples to the saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring gently, until apples soften and the mixture thickens slightly. Taste and add more lemon juice if needed for brightness.

Step 4: Pour the cooked apple mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out in an even layer.

Step 5: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and melted butter, stirring just until combined without overmixing.

Step 6: Pour the batter evenly over the apples in the pan. Sprinkle the top lightly with ground cinnamon. For extra crunch, you may add a sprinkle of coarse sugar.

Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 38–40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the batter comes out clean. The apples should be bubbling at the edges.

Step 8: Remove from oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Tips & Variations

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for a more complex flavor.

Adding a pinch of ground cloves or allspice enhances the warm spices.

For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a gluten-free blend.

Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for a crunchy crust.

Serve with whipped cream or custard instead of ice cream for a different twist.

FAQs

Can I use frozen apples for this cobbler?

Yes, frozen apples can be used, but be sure to thaw and drain excess liquid before cooking to avoid a watery filling.

How do I know when the cobbler is done baking?

The topping should be golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into it should come out clean. Also, the apples around the edges will be bubbling, indicating the filling is cooked.