Brown Butter Apple Cobbler Recipe

Name: Brown Butter Apple Cobbler
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups apples, in 1/2-inch slices (about 1 pound); 5 ounces sugar (about 3/4 cup); 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 ounces flour (about 3/4 cup); 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1/4 cup sliced almonds; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated; 2 tablespoons demerara sugar

Servings: persons

3 cups apples, in 1/2-inch slices (about 1 pound)
5 ounces sugar (about 3/4 cup)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 ounces flour (about 3/4 cup)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
2 tablespoons demerara sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together apples, 1/4 cup sugar, and lemon juice: stir constantly until mixture comes to a simmer, then remove from heat.
3
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until it becomes golden in color and takes on a nutty aroma, about 2 to 3 minutes; pour brown butter into an 8 x 8 inch baking dish.
4
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder and salt; pour in the buttermilk and mix just until dry ingredients are moistened.
5
Spoon the batter on top of the brown butter, using a spatula to smooth out the batter, but being careful to not mix it into the brown butter.
6
Scatter the apples and juice on top of the batter; sprinkle almonds over top and dust with nutmeg and demerara sugar.
7
Bake until golden, 50 to 55 minutes; transfer pan to wire rack to cool.
8
Serve warm.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups apples, in 1/2-inch slices (about 1 pound), 5 ounces sugar (about 3/4 cup), 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Brown Butter Apple Cobbler falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Brown Butter Apple Cobbler

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