Sweet Apple Cobbler

I'm back with a sweet treat for the holidays....A sweet Apple Cobbler..

This apple cobbler is made with Granny Smith apples and a cinnamon-spiced cake batter topping.

INGREDIENTS: 

• Apple Filling
• 5 cups tart apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled and sliced
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
• Topping
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 egg, beaten
• cinnamon sugar for topping, optional

 DIRECTIONS-

1. Heat the oven to 375°. Butter a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. Combine the sliced apples, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, vanilla and water. Turn into the prepared baking pan. Dot apples with the pieces of butter.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the beaten egg and softened butter and beat until blended.

1. Using a tablespoon, drop batter evenly over the apple mixture. If desired, sprinkle the batter with a cinnamon sugar mixture.
2. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and crust is golden brown.
3. Serve warm with cream or a scoop of ice cream.

MMMMM Enjoy!  Eat well My Friends!