Warm, spiced apples topped with a buttery, golden biscuit topping – this Easy Apple Cobbler is pure comfort in a bowl. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's the perfect quick dessert for any night of the week.
There's something about apple cobbler that feels like a warm hug. Sweet, tender apples swimming in a spiced syrup, topped with a fluffy, golden biscuit topping that soaks up all the delicious juices. It's the kind of dessert that fills your kitchen with the scent of cinnamon and baked apples – and it comes together in just 30 minutes.
This recipe is foolproof and uses simple pantry ingredients. No need to peel the apples (the skin softens beautifully), and the topping is made with basic baking staples. It's the perfect dessert for a relaxed dinner party, a cosy night in, or anytime you're craving something sweet and comforting.
🍎 Ingredients
For the apple filling
- 800 g apples (about 4–5 medium), cored and sliced
- 75 g brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
For the biscuit topping
- 150 g plain flour
- 50 g caster sugar
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 85 g unsalted butter, cold, cut into small cubes
- 120 ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat & prepare: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Grease a 23 x 23 cm (9 x 9 inch) baking dish or a 25 cm (10 inch) pie dish.
- Make the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, cornflour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and salt. Toss until the apples are evenly coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and dot with the butter pieces.
- Make the biscuit topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes. Use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Add liquid: Pour in the milk and vanilla. Stir gently with a fork until the dough just comes together – don't overmix.
- Top the cobbler: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the apple filling. It doesn't have to cover the apples completely – the filling should peek through in places.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Rest & serve: Let the cobbler rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
💡 Pro tip: For an extra caramelised flavour, sprinkle a tablespoon of brown sugar over the biscuit topping before baking – it creates a beautiful, crunchy crust.
❓ Tips & Variations
- Don't peel the apples: The skin softens during baking and adds a lovely texture. If you prefer, you can peel them – just dip them in boiling water for 30 seconds and the skins will slip right off.
- Mix up the fruit: Swap half the apples for pears, peaches, or berries for a delicious twist.
- Make ahead: Assemble the cobbler (without baking) and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 5–10 minutes to the baking time when ready.
- Storage: Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Warm, spiced apples with a buttery biscuit topping – the taste of comfort in every bite.
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