Description
Southern hospitality shines through this irresistible Peach Cobbler, blending sweet summer fruit with a golden, buttery crust that melts in your mouth. Warm spices and juicy peaches create a comforting dessert worth sharing with loved ones around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit:
- 6 cups fresh peaches, sliced (or 2 (15-ounces) cans, drained, or 1 (32-ounces) bag frozen, thawed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Sugars and Spices:
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust for sweetness of peaches)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine sliced peaches with granulated and brown sugars, creating a sweet base that will caramelize during baking.
- Enhance the fruit mixture with aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and a splash of bright lemon juice to balance the sweetness.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over the peach mixture to help thicken the filling and create a luscious, jammy consistency.
- Transfer the seasoned peaches into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend dry ingredients including flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt for the cobbler topping.
- Incorporate melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
- Gently cascade the batter over the peach layer, allowing it to spread naturally without disturbing the fruit underneath.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the top transforms into a golden, crisp crust.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cobbler to rest for 10-15 minutes, letting the filling settle and cool slightly.
- Serve the warm cobbler adorned with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a classic dessert experience.
Notes
- Switch ripe, in-season peaches for the most vibrant, sweet flavor and natural juiciness.
- Add a sprinkle of ground ginger or cardamom for a subtle, warming twist on the classic recipe.
- Reduce sugar content by using fresh, super-sweet peaches and cutting sugar by 25% for a lighter dessert.
- Gluten-free option: Replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to make the cobbler celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg