Indulge in the cozy warmth of a Dutch Apple Cobbler, where each bite wraps you in the comforting embrace of spiced apples nestled beneath a buttery, golden crust. Crafted from a cherished recipe, this delightful dessert combines the tender sweetness of apples with the rich flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a crumbly, crisp topping that’s baked to perfection. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to a quiet evening treat, the Dutch Apple Cobbler promises to transport your senses to a world of homely charm and delicious indulgence. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming treat that brings a piece of culinary heritage right to your table!
Estimated Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Serving Size: 8 servings
Ingredients:
Apple Cobbler Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Dash ground cloves
- 4 large tart apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons cold butter
Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 3 tablespoons 2% milk
- 1 large egg
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Cooking Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine sugars, flour, cinnamon and cloves. Add apples and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Dot with butter.
- Step 2: In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk milk and egg; stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Drop by tablespoonfuls over apple mixture.
- Step 4: Bake until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 35-40 minutes. Serve warm, with ice cream or heavy cream and cinnamon, if desired.
Tips
- How to Store Apple Cobbler: The best way to store apple cobbler is by keeping it at room temperature for three days. Just like apple pie, this easy apple cobbler recipe does not need to be refrigerated. So if you leave it out overnight, you’re in the clear.
- How do I reheat apple cobbler? If you prefer to refrigerate, that is a-OK, too! When you’re ready for a slice, reheat the cobbler by throwing it in the oven for a few minutes. You could also pop a slice in the microwave for about 30 to 60 seconds if you can’t wait to dig in.
- What are the best apples for apple cobbler? Tart apples are the best types of apples for baking. it’s recommended Cameo, Cortland, Granny Smith or Jazz apples. You could also try using Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp or any other tart-sweet apple (these are best for baking and eating raw!).
- Do you have to peel apples for apple cobbler? As far as peeling goes, it’s recommended peeling and slicing them before you start to whip up easy apple cobbler. To slice apples for apple cobbler, cut the apple into quarters, removing the core and then cutting smaller slices from each quarter. You’ll get thin, neat slices every time.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
1 serving: 244 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
