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Bowl of Apple Spice Cobbler with Ice Cream.

Apple Spice Cobbler in a Lodge Dutch Oven

Are you planning your next camping trip and looking for an easy yet delicious dessert? Look no further than this Apple Spice Cobbler made in a Lodge 12-Inch Dutch Oven. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it also cooks evenly over a campfire, making it the perfect outdoor treat to share with family and friends. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or just getting into outdoor cooking, this recipe is a surefire way to elevate your camping experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box of dry spice cake mix (or yellow cake mix for variety)
  • 2 cans of fruit pie filling (apple or peach works best)
  • 1 stick of butter, sliced
  • ¼ tsp Cinnamon

Equipment

  • 1 Lodge Cast Iron Camp Dutch Oven (12 Inch)
  • 1 Charcoal Chimney or Fire Pan
  • 25 Approximately, Charcoal Briquettes

Method
 

  1. Prepare Coals: Start charcoal briquettes in a chimney or fire pan and set aside while they are red hot.
  2. Prepare the Dutch Oven: Line the oven with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
    Apple Spice Cobbler Ingredients
  3. Layer the Filling: Spread the fruit pie filling evenly at the bottom of the oven.
    2 cans of fruit pie filling (apple or peach works best)
    Apple Spice Cobbler fruit.
  4. Add the Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry cake mix over the fruit. Do not stir.
    1 box of dry spice cake mix (or yellow cake mix for variety)
    Apple Spice Cobbler cake mix.
  5. Add Butter: Cut butter into thin slices and place evenly over the cake mix. Sprinkle top with Cinnamon to taste.
    1 stick of butter, sliced, ¼ tsp Cinnamon
    Apple Spice Cobbler
  6. Baking:For camping: Arrange 13 charcoal briquettes underneath and 12 on top of the oven lid. Cook for 20-30 minutes, rotating the oven and lid every 10 minutes to avoid hot spots.For home: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
    Apple Spice Cobbler Cooking.
  7. Serve: Once done, serve with vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
    Finished Apple Spice Cobbler

Notes

There’s nothing like enjoying a warm cobbler by the campfire. Dutch oven cooking brings a new level of excitement to camping, and desserts like Apple Spice Cobbler are easy, delicious, and family-friendly. Plus, with the Lodge 12-Inch Dutch Oven, you can make everything from stews to cobblers, making it an essential piece of camping gear.