Description

This Vegan Apple Cobbler is a cozy, comforting dessert featuring tender, spiced apple slices baked under a light, fluffy vegan batter. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, vegan butter, and oat milk, it’s an easy-to-make treat that offers a warm, autumnal flavor with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Perfectly served warm with vegan vanilla ice cream, this recipe brings the classic feel of a traditional apple cobbler with a completely plant-based twist.

Ingredients

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Batter

½ cup (1 stick) vegan butter
1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar (organic to keep vegan)
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup oat milk (unsweetened)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

12 oz (340g) apples, cut into ¼” slices (peeled or unpeeled)
¼ cup (50g) brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Serving

Vegan vanilla ice cream, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat oven and melt butter: Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Cut the vegan butter into cubes and place them in a 9×9-inch (or similar size) baking dish. Put the dish in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the butter is fully melted.
Prepare the apple filling: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the apple slices with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg if using. Mix well to evenly coat the apples with the spices and sugar, then set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Make the batter: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the oat milk and vanilla extract, then whisk until the batter is mostly smooth; a few lumps are okay.
Assemble the cobbler: Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Then, either dump or neatly arrange the seasoned apple slices on top, making sure to include any leftover juices from the bowl to keep the cobbler moist.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Serve: Let the cobbler cool slightly. Serve warm with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream, then enjoy this cozy, plant-based dessert.

Notes

Vegan Butter: Melting vegan butter in the dish adds flavor, prevents sticking, and creates a beautifully golden crust on the bottom. Alternatives like vegetable, avocado, or coconut oil may be used if preferred.
Baking Powder: Essential for leavening and ensuring a light, fluffy batter—do not substitute with baking soda as they have different properties.
All-Purpose Flour: This recipe has been tested only with all-purpose flour. For gluten-free options, consider a separate gluten-free apple dessert recipe.
Sugar: Use organic granulated sugar to keep it vegan, as some conventional sugars are processed with bone char.
Non-Dairy Milk: Unsweetened oat milk is preferred for creaminess, but other unsweetened plant milks like coconut, soy, or cashew also work well.
Apples: Using skin-on apples adds antioxidants and texture; peeled apples can also be used depending on preference.
Spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla combine to give this cobbler a warm, autumnal scent and flavor.
Salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enriches the overall flavor profile of the cobbler.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6 of cobbler)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 28 g
Sodium: 210 mg
Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg