Apple Cobbler: an effortless dessert to make this fall

Autumn is the perfect time to get baking, and if you're in the mood for a comforting, warming seasonal dessert, there's nothing like homemade apple cobbler. Full of tender apples tossed with sugar and spices, then topped with a tender, buttery biscuit-like topping, apple crumble is a breeze to make.

Even novice bakers will be able to make a gorgeous, delicious apple cobbler. It's incredible when served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it's a fabulous dessert for any occasion this fall – Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just because!

What are the Best Apples for making Cobbler?

The best apples for apple cobbler include Gala, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, Granny Smith, Fuji, Jonagold, and Cox. For the tastiest apple cobbler, use a mixture of your favorites!

Your Top Tips for Making Apple Cobbler

If you don't have pure vanilla extract, substitute it for one whole vanilla bean.

To make a vegan-friendly, dairy-free apple cobbler, use plant-based milk and plant-based spread instead of whole milk and butter.

Make gluten-free apple cobbler by swapping your preferred gluten-free flour for all-purpose flour.

How to Store Homemade Apple Cobbler

Cover and refrigerate your apple cobbler. Enjoy within 4 days. Reheat in the microwave before enjoying.

How to Make Apple Cobbler

Step 1

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375F. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.

Preheat your oven to 375F. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Step 2

Combine sliced apples, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl.

Combine sliced apples, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl.

Step 3

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract.

Add the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Step 4

Add in the flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom.

Add in the flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom.

Step 5

Step 5

Toss well to combine.

Toss well to combine.

Step 6

Step 6

Transfer the apple filling to the casserole dish.

Transfer the apple filling to the casserole dish.

Step 7

Step 7

In a second bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and sugar. Stir to combine.

In a second bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and sugar. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Step 8

Add in the vanilla extract.

Add in the vanilla extract.

Step 9

Step 9

Pour in the milk.

Pour in the milk.

Step 10

Step 10

Mix in the melted butter.

Mix in the melted butter.

Step 11

Step 11

Pour the topping over the apple filling.

Pour the topping over the apple filling.

Step 12

Step 12

Spread it evenly.

Spread it evenly.

Step 13

Step 13

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown, then remove the dish from the oven and leave to cool slightly before serving.

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown, then remove the dish from the oven and leave to cool slightly before serving.

Step 14

Step 14

Slice, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy!

Slice, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy!

Notes

Use a 9×6-inch casserole dish to make your apple cobbler.