Step 1

In a large stockpot, combine the sliced apples, lemon juice, sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and water.

Step 2

Cook over low to medium heat for about 15 minutes until the apples are tender.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the apple mixture, stirring well.

Step 4

Continue cooking until the filling thickens, similar to apple pie filling.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 350°F (190°C). Spray a 7x10x2 1/2 deep or 10” round with nonstick spray.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the salt, cinnamon, sugar, baking powder, and flour.

Step 7

Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 8

Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract until just combined.

Step 9

Spread the apple pie filling evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 10

Drop spoonfuls of the batter over the apple filling, covering the surface.

Step 11

Sprinkle chopped pecans on top.

Step 12

Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle the caramel sauce over the cobbler.

Step 14

Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired!