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Easy Recipe for Apple Cobbler

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 350
A delicious and comforting apple cobbler with a crisp topping, perfect for cozy gatherings or family dessert.

Ingredients

Fruits

  • 5 pounds apples (peeled, about 9-11 large apples; use a variety of flavors)
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 small lemon)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 small lemon)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 5 tablespoons all purpose flour (See notes if making without cooking apples)
  • 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups all purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (cheater version okay)
  • 1 egg egg
  • 1/2 cup cold butter (chopped into chunks)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (granulated or raw sugar or both)

Vanilla ice cream (for serving, not optional)

Instructions 

  • Prepare apple filling: zest lemon, squeeze juice, peel and slice apples, then cook with sugars and spices for 20 minutes until tender.
  • Stir in vanilla, transfer apples to a 9x13 dish, and let cool briefly.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix dry ingredients for topping, add buttermilk and egg, then cut in butter to form shaggy dough.
  • Spread topping over apples, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 45-55 minutes until golden and bubbling. Broil briefly for extra crisp if desired.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes, then serve with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For best flavor, use a mix of apple varieties and serve with vanilla ice cream for a classic touch.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, cobbler