2-Ingredient Cinnamon Apple Cobbler

This is the kind of dessert you make when you want something warm, cozy, and deeply comforting without pulling out every bowl in your kitchen. I first made this on a quiet evening when the craving for something sweet and nostalgic hit hard, and the smell of baked apples and cinnamon instantly filled the room. It gives you that homemade dessert feeling with almost no effort, and the payoff is a bubbling, golden cobbler that tastes like you spent hours on it.

Why This Recipe Will Be Your New Favorite

This recipe is pure comfort with almost zero work, which honestly feels like a little kitchen miracle. Trust me, you’re going to love this, especially when you see how two simple ingredients turn into something warm, gooey, and bakery worthy. This one’s a total game-changer for busy days, last minute guests, or when you just want dessert without the stress. Let me tell you, it’s worth every bite.

Behind the Recipe

This cobbler was inspired by those old fashioned desserts that always showed up warm on the table, usually served straight from the dish with a melting scoop of ice cream. I wanted to recreate that cozy feeling without complicated steps, and this recipe was born on a day when simplicity was the only goal. It feels nostalgic, comforting, and a little magical every time it comes out of the oven.

Ingredients You’ll Need

These two ingredients work together to create layers of tender apples, spiced sweetness, and a soft, cake-like topping that bakes into a golden crust.

1. Apple Pie Filling: 2 cans (21 ounces each), provides tender apples, natural sweetness, and a saucy base that bubbles beautifully as it bakes.
2. Cinnamon Cake Mix: 1 box (15 to 16 ounces), creates the cobbler topping with warm cinnamon flavor and a soft, crumbly texture.

Time Needed to Make This Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Special Equipment You’ll Need

This recipe keeps things wonderfully simple, just a few basics to bring it all together.

• Baking Dish: A medium oven safe dish that allows the cobbler to bubble and brown evenly.
• Spoon or Spatula: Helps spread the filling and gently level the cake mix.
• Oven: Essential for transforming everything into a warm, golden dessert.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This comes together so easily, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it every week. Take your time, enjoy the process, and let the oven do the rest.

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready when the cobbler goes in.
2. Add the apple filling: Pour both cans of apple pie filling into the baking dish and spread evenly so every bite has apples.
3. Top with cake mix: Sprinkle the cinnamon cake mix evenly over the apples, making sure to cover the surface without pressing it down.
4. Bake until golden: Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 40 minutes, until the top looks golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
5. Cool slightly: Let the cobbler rest for about 5 minutes before serving so the layers set just enough.

Serving Suggestions & Presentation Tips

Serve this cobbler warm for the best texture and flavor. A scoop of vanilla ice cream melting into the cinnamon scented topping is a classic pairing, adding creamy contrast to the soft apples. You can also dust the top lightly with powdered sugar for a simple, bakery style finish. The golden top, bubbling edges, and warm spices make it irresistible straight from the dish.

Extra Tips for Best Results

A few simple tips make this cobbler absolutely perfect every time.

• Spread the cake mix evenly so it bakes uniformly.
• Place the baking dish on a sheet pan to catch any bubbling juices.
• Serve warm for the softest texture and strongest cinnamon aroma.
• Let it rest briefly before serving so the layers hold together nicely.

Variations You Can Try

You can easily customize this cobbler while keeping it just as simple.

• Extra Cinnamon Flavor: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon over the cake mix before baking for deeper spice.
• Apple Pear Cobbler: Replace one can of apple filling with pear filling for a softer, slightly floral flavor.
• Crunchy Topping Version: Add 1 cup of chopped nuts over the cake mix for texture and crunch.
• Caramel Apple Style: Drizzle 1 quarter cup caramel sauce over the apples before adding the cake mix for extra richness.

Make Ahead and Storage

This cobbler can be assembled a few hours ahead and baked when you’re ready, which makes it perfect for gatherings. Leftovers keep well covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the whole dish in the oven until heated through. The texture stays soft and comforting, even the next day.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 6
Calories per serving: 290
Note: These are approximate values.

FAQ’s

1. Can I use homemade apple filling instead of canned?

Yes, homemade apple filling works well as long as it is soft and saucy enough to mimic canned filling.

2. Do I need to add butter to the cake mix?

No, this recipe is designed to work with just the two ingredients listed.

3. Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

Absolutely, vanilla or spice cake mix both work beautifully with apples.

4. How do I know when the cobbler is done?

The top should be golden and the apple filling should be bubbling around the edges.

5. Can I make this in a smaller dish?

Yes, just adjust the baking time slightly and keep an eye on the top.

6. Is this cobbler very sweet?

It’s balanced and comforting, not overly sweet, especially when served with ice cream.

7. Can I freeze this cobbler?

Yes, freeze it after baking and cooling, then reheat in the oven until warm.

8. What’s the best way to reheat leftovers?

Microwave individual servings or warm the whole dish in the oven at 325°F (165°C).

9. Can I add fresh apples?

You can, but they should be cooked first so they soften properly during baking.

10. Is this recipe kid friendly?

Very much so, kids love the soft apples and cinnamon flavor.

Conclusion

This 2-Ingredient Cinnamon Apple Cobbler proves that simple can still be incredibly satisfying. It’s warm, cozy, and feels like a hug in dessert form, and I hope it becomes one of those recipes you turn to again and again.

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