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Grandma's Homemade Apple Cobbler 1

Grandma's Homemade Apple Cobbler

This authentic old-fashioned apple cobbler recipe captures the perfect balance of tart apples and sweet, buttery crust that creates a nostalgic experience. With a fraction of the sugar used in modern recipes but all of the satisfaction, this rustic dessert fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas and creates memories around the family table.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Pastry Cutter

Ingredients
  

Apple Filling

  • 6 cups tart apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored and sliced (approximately 6-7 medium apples)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces

Cobbler Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold butter cubed
  • 1/3 cup boiling water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the sliced apples with granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until evenly coated. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Pour the apple mixture into your prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution. Dot the surface with the small pieces of butter.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add the boiling water and stir just until combined – avoid overmixing.
  • Spoon or pour the cobbler topping evenly over the apple filling. Leave a few small gaps for the filling to bubble up through.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges. Place a baking sheet underneath your cobbler dish to catch any potential overflow.
  • Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor balance, use a mix of tart and sweet apples. The uniform slicing of apples at ¼-inch thickness ensures even cooking throughout the cobbler. Let the cobbler rest for at least 15 minutes before serving for the perfect consistency.
Storage: Cover with a tea towel at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. The cobbler can be frozen in individual portions for up to 3 months.
Reheat refrigerated cobbler in a 300°F oven for 15 minutes to restore the original texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Apple Cobbler, Homemade Cobbler, Grandma's Cobbler, Apple Dessert
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