This Caramel Apple Cobbler recipe is loaded with tart Granny Smith apples, a buttery, crisp biscuit topping, and a rich caramel sauce! Serve it with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect fall apple dessert.
There’s something about crunchy leaves and crisp weather that makes me want to make this Caramel Apple Cobbler on repeat! However, I won’t judge you if you enjoy this year-round.
For this recipe, we ditch the premade apple pie filling and instead cook down fresh apples, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon at the same time as the topping (yay for less prep!).
My favorite part is the crumbly cobbler topping! This topping is made with basic pantry staples to form a biscuit-like dough that bakes up crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
It makes it’s own caramel sauce as it bakes, so there’s plenty for drizzling over top.
Can’t get enough fruit cobbler recipes? Try my Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler Recipe, Blueberry Cobbler Recipe, and Classic Cherry Cobbler Recipe!
Why we love this Caramel Apple Pie Cobbler:
- Easy: This recipe comes together in 15 minutes, and the oven does all the rest! The hardest part is waiting for it to be done.
- Fall in dessert form: This dessert combines everything you love about fall, like spiced apples and caramel, for the ultimate fall dessert!
- Make-ahead friendly: You can make the entire cobbler in advance and bake it whenever you’re craving a comforting dessert.
Caramel Apple Cobbler Ingredients:
- Apples: I love using Granny Smith apples for their tart flavor and firmer texture. They hold up well in baking, but Honeycrisp or Pink Lady work too!
- Brown sugar: They key for making the filling gooey and sweet!
- All-purpose flour: Used to thicken the apple filling and for the cobbler topping. You can swap with whole wheat flour for a heartier version!
- Cinnamon: A classic spice that gives this cobbler that warm fall feel.
- Granulated sugar: Sweetens the cobbler topping and helps create a slightly crisp texture when sprinkled on before baking.
- Baking powder: A leavening agent that helps the cobbler topping rise and become fluffy!
- Cold butter: Creates the flaky texture of the cobbler topping. Use cold butter to get the best result.
- Low-fat buttermilk: Adds moisture and a slight tang to the dough. If you don’t have any, see how to make buttermilk here.
- Caramel sauce: Drizzle some caramel sauce on top for an extra sweet, rich finish! Store-bought or homemade caramel sauce will work.
How to make the best Apple Cobbler with caramel:
This Caramel Apple Cobbler will become your newest fall obsession! Make sure to check the recipe card for the full list of recipe instructions.
- Add peeled and chopped apples to a baking dish, then mix with sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
- Spread the apple filling into a baking dish.
- Make the cobbler dough.
- Drop the cobbler dough in spoonfuls over the apple mixture. Sprinkle with sugar and bake until golden.
Variations and Substitutions
- Add nuts: Add some chopped pecans to the cobbler or on top of the cobbler as it bakes!
- Maple syrup: Swap the caramel sauce for maple syrup for another fall flavor.
- Swap the fruit: you can add in fresh or frozen cranberries or another fruit to make it your own.
How to store leftover cobbler:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just make sure to let it thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating!
To reheat, warm it in the microwave or in the oven at a low temperature until heated through. You can also serve it cold, which can be just as delicious!
Make-ahead option:
If you want to make it in advance, assemble the cobbler, but don’t bake it. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
When you’re ready, just pop it in the oven and bake as directed. If you have pre-sliced apples, it’s a good idea to rinse them in water to prevent browning.
More apple desserts you’ll love:
- Apple Fritter Cake — do me a favor and enjoy a slice warm from the oven.
- Easy Apple Crisp — a classic for good reason!
- Perfect Apple Pie — it’s easier than you think.
- Slow Cooker Caramel Apple Pudding Cake — a dessert that cooks hands off.
Caramel Apple Cobbler
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 8 cups peeled and chopped apples (I prefer Granny Smith)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Cobbler
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup cold butter cubed
- 3-4 tablespoons low fat buttermilk
- sugar for sprinkling if desired
- caramel sauce for drizzling if desired
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Lightly grease an 8×11″ or 9×9″ baking dish.
- Add apples, sugar, flour and cinnamon to the baking dish and stir to coat evenly. Set aside.8 cups peeled and chopped apples, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons all purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Cobbler
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.1 cup all purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Add the butter and cut in until pea-sized chunks form. Add buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time, just until cobbler dough holds together (you don’t want it too wet!).¼ cup cold butter, 3-4 tablespoons low fat buttermilk
- Drop cobbler dough over the apples in the baking dish by rounded tablespoons, leaving space for it to expand. If desired, sprinkle the dough with a little granulated sugar to crisp the tops.sugar for sprinkling if desired
- Bake, uncovered, for 50-60 minutes, until the filling is thickened and bubbly and the cobbler is light golden brown. If top has browned but apples are not saucy and bubbly yet, cover with foil and continue baking 10 more minutes. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce while serving if desired.caramel sauce for drizzling if desired
Notes
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