Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the apple slices, brown sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Stir until the apples are well coated.

Step 3

Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and set aside while you make the topping.

Step 4

Place the butter in a small skillet and melt over medium heat, stirring often, until it foams, smells nutty, and browns. This will take about 5 minutes. Scrape the browned butter into a small bowl and let cool to room temperature. You can put it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes while you prepare the topping.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk, vanilla, and browned butter. Mix until combined.

Step 6

Pour the topping over the apples in the pan. Spread with a spatula until apples are mostly covered, it is ok if some are peaking out.

Step 7

In a small bowl, stir together the turbinado sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the cobbler topping.

Step 8

Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or the filling is bubbling, and the top is golden brown and set.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce, if desired.