Caramel Apple Cobbler Recipe
This Caramel Apple Cobbler Recipe features tender apples baked in a buttery brown sugar caramel, topped with a golden, cake-like crust—warm, rich, and irresistibly comforting.
6 Servings
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 cup 200g dark brown sugar
- 2 tbs all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large Honeycrisp or Pink Lady apple plus 2 medium Granny Smith apples (about 1½ lbs total), peeled, cored, and sliced into ¼-inch pieces
For the Topping:
- 1 cup 120g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
- 4 tbs 58g unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup milk room temperature
To Serve (Optional):
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
Prepare the Baking Dish
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter an 8-inch square (2-quart) baking dish and set it on a baking sheet to catch any bubbling caramel that may overflow during baking.
Prepare the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract until smooth. The mixture will resemble a thick caramel base.
Add and Coat the Apples
- Add the prepared apple slices to the caramel mixture and toss until every piece is thoroughly coated. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
Prepare the Topping
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar. In another small bowl, combine the melted butter and milk. Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until a smooth batter forms with a pourable consistency.
Assemble and Bake
- Pour the batter over the apple mixture and use an offset spatula to spread it evenly, covering the apples completely. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, rotating the dish halfway through baking to ensure even browning. The topping should be golden brown, and the apples should be fork-tender but not mushy.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the caramel sauce thicken slightly. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Notes
To make this Caramel Apple Cobbler Recipe gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour in both the filling and topping with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend that includes xanthan gum. Ensure that the baking powder and other ingredients used are certified gluten-free. The texture will remain tender and flavorful, though slightly softer than the traditional version.