Description
Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler with Fresh Apples is a timeless dessert combining tart, fresh apples with a cozy, buttery crust. It offers a comforting balance of sweet and spice, perfect for any season. Simple to make with pantry staples, this cobbler delivers nostalgic warmth and delightful flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 6 cups fresh tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Cobbler Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (or plant-based butter for vegan option)
- 1/2 cup milk or cream (or dairy-free milk for vegan option)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and thinly slice fresh apples. In a large bowl, toss the apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to release natural juices and create a saucy filling.
- Make the Cobbler Batter: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir in the melted, slightly cooled butter and the milk or cream until you form a smooth, thick batter.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Grease a baking dish and pour the apple filling into it. Spoon the batter evenly over the apples, allowing it to spread as it bakes to form a tender, golden crust.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cobbler for 40 to 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and a knife inserted into the filling comes out tender.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes to set the filling. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or chopped toasted nuts.
Notes
- Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for more complex flavor and texture.
- Stir the batter just until combined to avoid a dense crust.
- Allow apples to macerate with sugar before baking to enhance juiciness.
- Use melted but slightly cooled butter for best batter consistency.
- If crust browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil to prevent burning while baking through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: apple cobbler, old fashioned dessert, baked apple dessert, warm apple dessert, classic cobbler, autumn dessert