Easy Crockpot Spiced Plum and Apple Cobbler Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

For a more complex flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt to the fruit layer before adding the cake mix. These additions help balance the sweetness of the apple pie filling and enhance the natural tartness of the plums, creating a more professional, well-rounded dessert profile.

If you prefer a slightly crunchy topping, leave the lid of the slow cooker slightly ajar for the final 30 minutes of cooking.

This allows some of the excess moisture to escape, which helps the top of the cake mix crisp up more effectively, providing a satisfying contrast to the soft, warm fruit filling underneath.

Variations

• Mixed Berry Cobbler: Replace the black plums with an equal amount of mixed frozen berries like blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. No need to thaw them; simply add them frozen to the slow cooker and follow the remaining steps as written.
• Peach Cobbler: Substitute the black plums with four cups of fresh, sliced peaches. If using canned peaches, ensure they are well-drained to avoid a watery consistency. The spice cake mix pairs beautifully with the natural floral notes of the peaches.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Not recommended, as the texture of the fruit and cake will become mushy upon thawing.

Reheat

Reheat individual portions in the microwave on medium power until warmed through, or place in a 300°F oven until heated.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain moisture. Ensure the cobbler has cooled completely to room temperature before covering it to prevent condensation from making the topping soggy.

It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to three days, though the texture is best when consumed within the first forty-eight hours.

You can prepare the fruit base and store it in the slow cooker insert in the refrigerator for up to four hours before cooking.

However, it is best to add the dry cake mix and the butter just before starting the cooking process to prevent the dry ingredients from absorbing too much moisture from the fruit prematurely.

Serving ideas

Serve the cobbler warm, directly from the slow cooker, to ensure the best texture. It is excellent on its own, but pairing it with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of freshly whipped cream provides a cooling contrast to the warm, spiced fruit and cake.

For an elegant presentation, use a large serving spoon to scoop portions into individual bowls, ensuring each serving gets a generous amount of the syrupy plum and apple mixture along with the golden cake topping.

If you have guests, garnish with a light dusting of cinnamon or a few fresh mint leaves.

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Recipe card

Easy Crockpot Spiced Plum and Apple Cobbler

Prep 5 minCook 3 hRest 10 minTotal 3 h 15 minServes 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh black plums, sliced
• 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling
• 1 packet (15.25 oz) spice cake mix
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Place the sliced black plums at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the apple pie filling over the plums and spread it out evenly to create a uniform fruit layer.
2. Sprinkle the dry spice cake mix over the fruit layer, ensuring it covers the plums and apples completely. Arrange the thin slices of butter evenly across the top of the cake mix.
3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling. Allow the cobbler to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Contains: gluten, milk

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

380

Protein

3.5 g

Carbohydrates

68 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2.5 g

Sugar

42 g

Sodium

380 mg

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.