Simply Good Cobbler

The Recipe’s Story

On days when you want a dessert that feels like a gentle hug: warm, comforting, and a little bit rustic, our pineapple cobbler is the kind of dish that delivers. It doesn’t demand much effort, yet brings plenty of flavor. With crisp apples, juicy pineapple, and a golden oat topping, it’s perfect for sharing at the end of dinner or enjoying quietly in the kitchen long after the dishes are done.

Why This Cobbler Works

What makes this pineapple cobbler recipe so enjoyable is the balance between simplicity and depth. The filling combines fresh apples, canned pineapple, lemon peel, and a bit of cornstarch to create a base that is sweet with a subtle brightness. The topping blends flour, oats, spices, and margarine with just enough brown sugar to create a crisp, toasty finish. The result is homey and satisfying without feeling overly heavy.

What You’ll Need

To make this easy fruit cobbler, you’ll use a mix of fruit and pantry staples. Start with chunked apples and a can of Dole^® Tropical Gold^® Pineapple Chunks in 100%  Juice*. Add grated lemon peel, cornstarch, dried cranberries, and a portion of brown sugar for the fruit layer. For the topping, combine all-purpose flour, quick oats, the remaining brown sugar, softened margarine, and a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. These ingredients come together to create a warm, gently spiced dessert that serves a large family.

What Makes It Simply Good

The first spoonful gives you the festive flavors of tender apples, and soft pineapple beneath a crisp, lightly spiced topping. It’s comforting in the best way and pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or nothing at all. The charm comes from its simplicity and its honest, homemade feel. This fruit cobbler recipe is ideal for nights when you want a dessert that feels special without asking much of you. It takes about 20 minutes of prep, requires no special equipment, and makes enough to share. Most importantly, it brings the kind of warmth and ease that makes you want to come back for just one more bite.

How to Make It

To assemble the cobbler, mix the apples, pineapple chunks, cornstarch, lemon peel, and a spoonful of brown sugar until everything is coated. Pour the mixture into a small baking dish and scatter dried cranberries over the top. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, oats, remaining brown sugar, margarine, and spices until crumbly. Sprinkle the topping across the fruit and bake at 350°F for about 35 to 40 minutes, until the filling is bubbling and the top is lightly browned. Let it cool briefly so the juices can thicken before serving.

Other Dole Dishes to Try

Don’t worry, once you fall in love with this simple and delicious cobbler recipe, we have many other pineapple desserts to try! On the hunt for a tried and true classic? Look no further than our Pineapple Upside Down Cake. You can also test out that bundt pan sitting in your cupboard with our tropical twist on a Pineapple Poke Cake. And who says sweets are just for dessert – our Almond Date Coffee Cake is the perfect way to start your morning. For more pineapple dessert recipe inspiration, check out our full list of Dole recipes or skip right to the sweet stuff in our Baking & Desserts collection.