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Delicious homemade apple cobbler served in a rustic baking dish

Apple Cobbler

A warm and comforting dessert featuring tender apples surrounded by a flaky biscuit topping, perfect for cozy evenings and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Filling

  • 6 cups peeled, sliced apples
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

For the Biscuit Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Serving Suggestions

  • Vanilla ice cream (powdered sugar) For serving
  • Hot coffee (whipped cream) For pairing

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 375°F; grease a 9x9-inch dish.
  • Toss apples with lemon juice, sugars, spices, cornstarch, and water; taste and adjust; transfer to the prepared dish.

Making the Topping

  • Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add milk and vanilla to the mixture and stir until just combined.

Baking

  • Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit topping over the apple mixture evenly.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbly.

Serving

  • Serve in a white ceramic dish or platter topped with vanilla ice cream, powdered sugar, and a hot cup of coffee.

Notes

To elevate your apple cobbler, mix different apple varieties for flavor complexity. You can also add spices like ginger or allspice. For a crunchy topping, consider adding oats or nuts. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for a week. For longer storage, freeze before baking.
Keyword Apple Cobbler, Baking, Comfort Food, Fall Dessert, Warm Dessert