Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler

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Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler

Apple cobbler is a classic dessert that families have been enjoying together for years. However, it is in no way out of style. This cobbler is timeless and will continue to be a tried and true hit for a long time to come. The flavors are perfectly balanced with the sweet and tart flavors of the apples and the warm cinnamon. Then the soft and flaky crust on top creates a pie like texture that melts in your mouth. Not only does this old fashioned apple cobbler taste amazing, but it is versatile and easy to make. The recipe is quick and easy to follow and is impossible to mess up. Everyone will be amazed at how soft and sweet this cobbler is. Pair it with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream and this dessert will be the star of the meal!

Ingredients Apple Cobbler:

Don’t be scared off by this long list of ingredients. Many of the items are seasonings and basics you already have in your pantry. The classic apple cobbler flavors are created quickly with these simple and easy to use items. Filling:

Granny Smith apples: Peel and sliced before adding them to the bottom of the dish. Brown sugar: Measure brown sugar when packed down. Apple juice: Gets poured over the apples to make the most delicious sauce as it cooks. Cinnamon: Warm spice that creates the classic apple/cinnamon flavor. Lemon Juice: The acid helps soften the apples and gives a hint of citrus. Cornstarch: Thickens the apple sauce that gets poured over the apples.

Biscuit Topping:

Flour: Thickening agent. Sugar: Adds sweetness to the crust. Baking powder: Creates a light, biscuit like texture. Cold butter: Sliced Milk: Keeps the dough moist.

Topping:

Sugar: Even more sweetness! Cinnamon: Warm spice found in the topping and the filling for consistent flavor throughout.

How to Make Apple Cobbler from Scratch:

A perfect apple cobbler is much easier that you would think. It is really a no fail recipe that even a beginning baker will be successful making every time!

What’s the Difference Between Pie and Cobbler?

The main difference between a pie and a cobbler has to do with the crusts. A pie has a top and bottom crust where a cobbler has only a top crust. The fruit is placed directly on the bottom of the dish in a cobbler. Additionally, the crust of a cobbler is more like a biscuit consistency instead of the pastry dough you will find in a pie. Cobblers can also be prepared in any dish, where a pie is presented in a pie pan.

Tips for the BEST Apple Cobbler:

A flaky crust drizzled with cinnamon sugar is perfect for entertaining. Everyone will devour it quickly and talk about it for much longer. Keep these couple of tips in mind as you prepare to wow your friends and family.

Apples: There is no need to pre-cook the apples because they will cook during the bake time. The peel does need to be removed because it will not break down during cooking. Butter: Use real butter for this recipe. Swaps are not going to give you the same delicious buttery crust and flaky texture.

Can you Make Homemade Cobbler Ahead?

Yes! You can prepare this amazing dessert up to 2 days before you plan to bake it. Loosely cover your cobbler to store it in the refrigerator. However, to freeze it you will need to tightly cover it and bake it within 5 months. For best results, poke a few holes in the top of the apple cobbler if baking it from frozen. Store the apple pie for two days at room temperature. So, if you know you will not eat it right away, loosely cover and keep it in the refrigerator instead where it will stay good for up to 5 days. To freeze, you will want to wrap it tightly and enjoy it within 3 months.