Ingredients for the Apple Filling:
- 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6-8 apples)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Ingredients for the Cobbler Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond or soy milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves (if using).
- Toss the apples until they are well coated with the mixture.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch over the apple mixture and toss again to combine.
- This will help thicken the filling as it bakes.
- Transfer the apple filling to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt for the cobbler topping.
- Cut in the cold vegan butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the non-dairy milk and vanilla extract to the flour mixture.
- Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping over the apple filling in the baking dish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the cobbler topping is golden brown and the apple filling is bubbling.
- Remove the baked apple cobbler from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the warm Oven Baked Apple Cobbler as is or with a scoop of non-dairy vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Enjoy this comforting and classic dessert that combines tender baked apples with a buttery cobbler topping. The warm spices and sweet fruit flavors make this cobbler a perfect fall treat for any occasion!