Caramel Apple Cobbler with Pecans 🍏🍯🌰

Posted by by Sara 1 year Ago 215 Views

Ingredients:

For the apple filling:

  • 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the caramel sauce:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the cobbler topping:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Prepare the apple filling:

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the apple filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated.
  3. Transfer to baking dish: Pour the apple mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish or a similar size baking dish.

Make the caramel sauce:

  1. Cook the caramel sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly. Once it begins to bubble, let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  2. Pour over apples: Drizzle the warm caramel sauce over the apple filling in the baking dish. Set aside while you prepare the topping.

Prepare the cobbler topping:

  1. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
  2. Cut in the butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add the milk and vanilla: Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined. The dough should be slightly lumpy.

Assemble the cobbler:

  1. Top the apples: Spoon dollops of the cobbler batter over the apple mixture, spreading it out evenly but leaving some gaps (the batter will spread as it bakes).
  2. Add pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the cobbler topping for added crunch and flavor.

Bake:

  1. Bake the cobbler: Place the cobbler in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
  2. Cool slightly: Allow the cobbler to cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Serve:

  1. Serve and enjoy: Serve the caramel apple cobbler warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence!

Tips:

  • Apple variety: Granny Smith apples are tart and hold their shape well, while Honeycrisp apples add a perfect sweetness. You can also mix apple varieties for a balanced flavor.
  • Caramel sauce variations: For a richer caramel flavor, add a splash of bourbon or whiskey to the sauce while simmering.
  • Make ahead: The apple filling and caramel sauce can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated. When ready, assemble the cobbler and bake it fresh.
  • Storage: Store any leftover cobbler in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Nutrition (per serving, serves 8):

  • Calories: 330
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 19g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 150mg