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This Dutch oven apple cobbler recipe tucks spiced apples under a buttery, golden brown crust that’s fluffy inside. It’s the best campfire dessert!

A little rustic and a whole lot yummy, this Dutch oven apple cobbler might just steal sโ€™moresโ€™ thunder on your next camping trip.

It’s sneakily easy to make and even more delicious with ice cream melting over it.

Dutch oven apple cobbler with ice cream and apples.

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Besides this delectable dessert, your Dutch oven is also perfect for savory comfort foods! Try this prime rib roast or chicken pot pie.

Why You’ll Love This Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler Recipe

  • This outdoor apple cobbler only needs a few simple ingredients.
  • This apple cobbler Dutch oven recipe is perfect for outdoor cooking on your next camping trip!
  • Making apple cobbler in a Dutch oven yields the best crisp, buttery biscuit topping and tender, cinnamon-spiced apples underneath.
Easy Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients And Substitutions 

For the apple filling:

ApplesYou can use tart apples like Granny Smith, sweet apples like Honeycrisp, or a combination of both in this campfire Dutch oven apple cobbler!

Granulated sugar and ground cinnamonWe’ll toss the apple slices in cinnamon sugar, so don’t forget to line your Dutch oven with parchment paper for easier clean-up.

For the cobbler topping:

All-purpose flour and baking powderThey form the base of the biscuit cobbler topping.

Granulated sugarTo sweeten the cobbler topping.

SaltTo balance the sweetness of this apple cobbler in Dutch oven. Want to round out this campfire dessert’s flavor? Add some vanilla extract!

Ground cinnamonThis Dutch oven apple cobbler recipe also features a cinnamon-spiced topping! You can add other spices like nutmeg as well.

Unsalted butterUse cold butter for a crumbly buttery topping.

MilkFor moisture.

Vanilla ice creamYou can also make ice cream at home for your apple spice cobbler! This warm, comforting dessert pairs perfectly with the unbelievably vegan pumpkin ice cream.

step 1 dutch oven apple cobbler

Tips For Making This Recipe

Do Not Overmix

For a perfectly crumbly texture, avoid overmixing the cobbler topping, as it may become tough.

Ensure Even Cooking

To determine how many charcoals youโ€™ll need and ensure even cooking, double the diameter of the Dutch oven, then add one more. Use 1/3 of the coals on the bottom and 2/3 on the top. For a 10-inch Dutch oven, youโ€™ll use 21 charcoals, with 7 underneath and 14 on top to prevent the bottom from burning before the top is done.

Rotate the Dutch Oven

The baking time for this Dutch oven apple cobble recipe ranges from 20 to 40 minutes. To prevent hot spots and uneven cooking, rotate the lid and Dutch oven in opposite directions at 90 degrees every 10 minutes.

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Apple Cobbler Dutch Oven Recipe FAQs

What is the difference between apple cobbler and apple crisp?

An apple cobbler features a biscuit-like topping, making it denser than the lighter apple crisp, which boasts a crunchy, streusel-like topping.

Do you have to peel apples for this Dutch oven apple cobbler recipe?

It’s totally up to you if you want to peel the apples for your campfire apple cobbler.

Does apple cobbler need to be refrigerated?

Apple Dutch oven cobbler is best served warm, but I suggest refrigerating the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week for food safety purposes.

Can I freeze apple cobbler?

Yes, you can freeze this Dutch oven apple cobbler in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. To serve, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds.

How do I clean a Dutch oven after cooking?

If a residue is stuck to the surface, scrub it gently with a soft brush and warm water. Then, dry the Dutch oven completely before storing it.

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dutch oven apple cobbler recipe

Dutch Oven Apple Cobbler

This Dutch oven apple cobbler recipe tucks spiced apples under a buttery, golden brown crust that's fluffy inside. It's the best campfire dessert!
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Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dutch oven apple cobbler recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 332kcal
Author: Louisa

Ingredients

For the apple filling:

For the cobbler topping:

Instructions

  • Line the Dutch oven with parchment paper.
  • Preheat the coals. They should be ready once they’re white.
  • Place the apple slices in the Dutch oven and dust them with granulated sugar and cinnamon. Mix until they’re evenly coated, then arrange the apples so they’re flat and level in the bottom of the Dutch oven.
    step 3 dutch oven apple cobbler
  • Combine flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and cinnamon for the cobbler topping.
    Apple cobbler ingredients.
  • Slice the cold butter into cubes and work them into the flour mixture with your fingers.
    step 5 dutch oven apple cobbler
  • Once you have a coarse mixture, gradually add the milk and combine to form a dough.
    A bowl of dough on a table.
  • Drop pieces of dough over the apples.
    A Dutch oven filled with a mixture of apples and oats.
  • Cover the Dutch oven and place it on a ring of coals. Top the lid with coals to reach 350ยฐF.
  • Bake the apple cobbler for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and enjoy!
    step 9 dutch oven apple cobbler

Notes

  • For a perfectly crumbly texture, avoid overmixing the cobbler topping, as it may become tough.
  • To determine how many charcoals youโ€™ll need and ensure even cooking, double the diameter of the Dutch oven, then add one more. Use 1/3 of the coals on the bottom and 2/3 on the top. For a 10-inch Dutch oven, youโ€™ll use 21 charcoals, with 7 underneath and 14 on top to prevent the bottom from burning before the top is done.
  • The baking time for this Dutch oven apple cobble recipe ranges from 20 to 40 minutes. To prevent hot spots and uneven cooking, rotate the lid and Dutch oven in opposite directions at 90 degrees every 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 2mg

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