APPLE-GINGERBREAD COBBLER

Apple-Gingerbread Cobbler image

Provided by Lynette !

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 medium cooking apples, peeled and sliced
1 c water
1/2 c firmly packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp cold water
1/2 c buttermilk
1/4 c sugar
1/4 c molasses
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large egg
1 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Steps:

1. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a medium saucepan; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until the apple is tender.
2. Combine the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water; add to the apple mixture, stirring well. Pour into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish.
3. Combine the buttermilk, 1/4 cup sugar, molasses, oil, and egg in a small mixing bowl; beat at medium speed of an electric mixer until smooth.
4. Combine the flour and the remaining ingredients; stir well. Add to the buttermilk mixture, beating until blended. Pour the batter over the apple mixture.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.