Description
This classic Southern Peach Cobbler combines juicy, sweet peaches with a light, fluffy batter topping that bakes to a golden perfection. Enhanced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar, this comforting dessert is perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream for a true Southern treat.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 8 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or 6 cups frozen peaches, thawed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Batter Topping
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cobbler evenly.
- Prepare Peach Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches with 1 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir gently so the peaches are evenly coated with these flavorful ingredients. Set aside to allow the mixture to marinate.
- Melt Butter in Baking Dish: Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and put it in the hot oven until the butter is fully melted, about 5 minutes. Remove carefully from the oven once melted.
- Make Batter: In a separate medium bowl, mix together the flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the milk while stirring continuously until the batter becomes smooth and lump-free.
- Assemble Cobbler: Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Do not stir to keep the butter layer intact.
- Add Peach Topping: Spoon the prepared peach mixture evenly over the batter. Again, do not stir. During baking, the batter will rise through the peaches, creating the cobbler’s classic texture.
- Bake: Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cobbler is set and bubbling at the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm for best taste, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Fresh peaches provide the best flavor, but frozen peaches can be used when fresh are out of season. Thaw them completely before use.
- Do not stir the batter and peaches once assembled; this allows the cobbler topping to rise properly during baking.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with your preferred gluten-free flour blend.
- This cobbler is best served warm but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Add a pinch of ground ginger or allspice to the peach filling for extra warmth and spice.
