kealiciousbakery Apple cobbler is a timeless dessert that combines tender, spiced apples with a buttery, biscuit-like topping. It’s a perfect treat for any occasion, bringing warmth and comfort with every bite. In this recipe, I’ll walk you through making a classic apple cobbler from scratch, along with tips, variations, and serving suggestions to make your dessert truly special.
Here we have the ingredients for the apples
- Unsalted butter – it will ass some richness here
- Apples – provide main flavour and texture
- Brown sugar – this will sweeten the filling
- Lemon juice – it would balance the sweetness and enhance the apple flavour
- All purpose flour – it will be thicken the filling
- Cinnamon – best extra FALL flavour and smell
- Nutmeg – extra flavour
Below here we have the ingredients for the topping
- Unsalted butter – this will add flakiness to the topping
- Granulated sugar – this will sweeten the topping
- Buttermilk – this will add moisture and bring the dry ingredients together
- Vanilla – adds flavor
- All purpose flour – it will form the base of the topping
- Baking powder – this will make the topping light and fluffy
- Pinch of salt – this is an enhancer
How to Assemble Apple Cobbler
Melt the 14g of butter in a pan. Add all your remaining ingredients including apple slices, brown sugar, lemon juice, all purpose flour, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Cook for good 5 minutes or until apples are soften and fully coated. Transfer to your pan
Whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar in the bowl. Add the buttermilk, vanilla, flour, baking powder and pinch of salt. Whisk until combine together, it’s ok if you get some small lumps.
Pour and spread the batter over the pre-cooked apples. Sprinkle the mix sugar and cinnamon over the batter evenly and use a butter knife to swirl the topping
Bake for 50 minutes or until the top is golden brown. When ready, remove from the oven, place it on a rack and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.
Serve warm or at room temperature either on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
FAQ:
Q: Can I use a different fruit? A: Yes, you can substitute apples with peaches, berries, or a mix of fruits for different flavor profiles.
Q: How do I store leftovers? A: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Q: Can I make this cobbler ahead of time? A: You can prepare the apple filling and topping separately and assemble just before baking. Alternatively, bake the cobbler and reheat before serving.
Q: What if I don’t have a pastry cutter? A: You can use two knives or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture.
Enjoy your classic apple cobbler! This comforting dessert is sure to bring joy and warmth to any occasion. Happy baking!
Ingredients
Apples
- 14 g unsalted butter
- 3 apples
- 15 g brown sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 10 g all purpose flour
- 3 g cinnamon
- 2 g nutmeg
Topping
- 42 g unsalted butter
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 120 g buttermilk
- 5 g vanilla
- 110 g all purpose flour
- 4 g baking powder
- pinch of salt
Sprinkling
- 15 g granulated sugar
- 5 g cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉ and lightly greased your baking pan (9.5×7.5 in or 1.5 qt)
Apples
- Melt the 14g of butter in a pan. Add all your remaining ingredients including apple slices, brown sugar, lemon juice, all purpose flour, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Cook for good 5 minutes or until apples are soften and fully coated. Transfer to your pan
For the topping
- Whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar in the bowl. Add the buttermilk, vanilla, flour, baking powder and pinch of salt.
- Whisk until combine together, it's ok if you get some small lumps.
- Assembling
- Pour and spread the batter over the pre-cooked apples. Sprinkle the mix sugar and cinnamon over the batter evenly and use a butter knife to swirl the topping
- Bake for 50 minutes or until the top is golden brown. When ready, remove from the oven, place it on a rack and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve warm or at room temperature either on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Notes
- Apple Varieties: Granny Smith apples are great for their tartness and firmness, while Honeycrisp adds sweetness and a nice texture.
- Cold Butter: Using cold butter in the topping ensures a flaky, biscuit-like texture.
- Buttermilk: Helps to quickly bring the topping together, creating a light and tender texture.
Troubleshooting:
- Runny Filling: Ensure you’ve added enough flour to the filling to thicken it. Let the cobbler cool slightly to allow the filling to set.
- Doughy Topping: If the topping is not fully cooked, cover the cobbler with foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Burning Edges: If the edges of the cobbler are browning too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
