Snickerdoodle Apple Cobbler (Printable)

Cinnamon apples and buttery snickerdoodle topping create a warm, nostalgic dessert for any occasion.

# Components:

→ Apple Filling

01 - 6 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Snickerdoodle Topping

09 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
10 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
12 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
13 - 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
16 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
17 - 1 large egg
18 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Topping

19 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
20 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Toss until apples are evenly coated.
03 - Evenly spread the prepared apple mixture into the greased baking dish.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt, and ground cinnamon.
05 - Add melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
06 - Drop spoonfuls of the snickerdoodle dough over the apples. Gently spread to cover most of the filling, leaving some spaces where apples peek through.
07 - In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the snickerdoodle dough.
08 - Bake in the center of the oven for 40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and apples are bubbling beneath.
09 - Allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble and bakes up in under an hour
  • Uses simple ingredients found in most kitchens
  • Customizable with different apples or pears
  • Serves a crowd and is potluck-friendly
02 -
  • High in cozy fall spices and fiber from apples
  • Easily made ahead or frozen for later
  • A crowd-pleaser with adults and kids alike
03 -
  • Choose apples that are firm and tart for the best balance of flavors
  • Do not overmix the dough or the topping will be dense instead of soft
  • Test your cinnamon for freshness by rubbing a pinch between your fingers it should smell strong and spicy
  • If you want extra texture sprinkle sparkling sugar on top before baking for gentle crunch on every bite

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