If you’re looking to spice up dessert with a touch of indulgence, the Apple Cobbler – Rum and Raisin is the perfect choice. Combining tender apples and a boozy twist, the delightful treat is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
For those looking for alternatives, consider using golden raisins instead of regular ones for a slightly different flavor profile. If you want to skip the dark rum, apple juice can provide a non-alcoholic option while still adding sweetness. When selecting apples, Granny Smith is great for a tart kick, but any firm variety can work. Always check for allergies, particularly with dairy in the buttermilk and cream.
Pies & Tarts
Apple Cobbler Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup seedless raisin
- 150 ml dark rum
- 6 large granny smith apples, seeded, peeled & sliced
- 185 g caster sugar
- 235 g plain flour
- 80 g raw sugar
- 80 g unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla essence
- 270 ml buttermilk
- whipped cream
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, just cover 1 cup of seedless raisin with water and simmer for a few minutes. Add 150 ml of dark rum and stir, then turn the heat off.
- Spray an oven-proof dish with cooking spray and place 6 large Granny Smith apples, seeded, peeled, and sliced, into the dish. Sprinkle 185 g of caster sugar on top of the apples.
- Pour the rum and raisin mixture over the apples and, using clean hands, mix everything together gently.
- Cook in a preheated oven at 200C for 30 minutes.
- To prepare the cobbler mix, combine 235 g of plain flour, 80 g of raw sugar, 80 g of unsalted butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda, and 1 pinch of salt in a food processor. Blend for about 30 seconds, then pour into a bowl.
- Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and add 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla essence and 270 ml of buttermilk. Combine the ingredients until just mixed.
- Spray six ramekin dishes with cooking spray and divide the rum and raisin mixture evenly among them. Top each ramekin with the cobbler mix.
- Place the ramekins on a tray and bake in the oven at 200C for 20 minutes, or until they are nicely browned.
- Serve warm with whipped cream if desired.
Part of our Homemade Pie and Tart Recipes collection — Part 1 of 5:
If you’re a fan of fruit desserts, the Apple Crisp (‘the Neely’s) is a must-try. With a crunchy topping and sweet, spiced filling, it complements the Apple Cobbler – Rum and Raisin perfectly, bringing a delightful twist to any gathering.