Ingredients:

  • 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Instructions:

  1. Melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced apples and sauté for 5–7 minutes until they just begin to soften but still retain a crisp edge.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Sprinkle this over the apples and stir constantly for 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice until the mixture transforms into a glossy syrup. Pour the mixture immediately into a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Pour in the whole milk and melted butter. Stir with a spatula until just combined; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter over the hot apple filling, leaving small gaps for the syrup to bubble through.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes until the topping is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  8. Let the cobbler sit for 15 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.