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Golden brown apple cobbler recipe in a skillet with bubbling apples and cinnamon

Easy Apple Cobbler Recipe in 30 Minutes

This easy apple cobbler recipe comes together in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients. Juicy apples, warm cinnamon spice, and a golden buttery crust make this classic dessert perfect for family dinners, holidays, or whenever you crave something cozy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Apple Filling

  • 6 cups apples peeled, cored, sliced (about 5–6 medium, Granny Smith + Gala recommended)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Pinch of salt

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Cobbler Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt
  • ½ cup milk whole or 2%
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) for a fast bake or 350°F (180°C) for a more classic, softer cobbler. Place baking dish or cast iron skillet inside to preheat if using the fast method.
  • Prepare the apples: In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, both sugars, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss well. Sprinkle in cornstarch and toss again to coat evenly.
  • Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until smooth, then whisk in melted butter until glossy.
  • Assemble: Carefully remove the preheated dish (if using fast method). Spread the apple mixture evenly in the dish. Pour or spoon batter evenly over the top. Sprinkle lightly with extra sugar for crunch if desired.
  • Bake: For 400°F, bake 18–22 minutes. For 350°F, bake 25–30 minutes. Cobbler is done when golden brown on top and filling is bubbling around the edges.
  • Serve: Let rest for 5–10 minutes. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart (Granny Smith) and sweet (Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji) apples for the best flavor.
  • If apples are very firm, microwave them for 2 minutes before baking to soften slightly.
  • For extra crunch, sprinkle a teaspoon of cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
  • To reheat: Cover and warm in a 325°F oven for 15 minutes, or microwave individual portions for 30 seconds.
  • For a shortcut, try an apple cobbler recipe using cake mix: top the apple filling with 1 box of yellow cake mix + 1 cup melted butter, then bake.