Description
This classic comfort dessert features tender, spiced Granny Smith apples topped with a golden, cake-like layer. By pre-cooking the fruit filling on the stovetop, this recipe ensures a perfectly thick, saucy consistency while preventing a soggy bottom. It is a reliable, professional-grade apple cobbler that balances tartness with a buttery, sweet topping, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
6 medium Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples, peeled and sliced
1 cup water or apple juice
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup whole milk
5 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, water or apple juice, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add the sliced apples to the saucepan.
Cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring until apples start to soften.
Pour the apple mixture into the prepared baking pan.
In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Stir in the milk and melted butter until just combined to form the batter.
Spread the batter evenly over the apple base.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Notes
Ensure your baking powder is fresh for the best rise. You can serve this warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg