Description
This classic Peach Cobbler combines sweet, juicy peaches with a buttery, biscuit-like topping for a comforting Southern dessert. With minimal prep time and simple pantry ingredients, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for summer gatherings, holidays, or cozy family dinners. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 6 cups fresh or frozen peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, toss peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Spread evenly in a 9×13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.
- Prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, then cut in cold cubed butter until mixture is crumbly.
- Drop spoonfuls of topping evenly over the peaches.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool for 15 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Dust with cinnamon or sugar before serving for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar amounts based on peach sweetness.
- Chill topping dough for 15 minutes before baking for extra crispness.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Can be frozen baked or unbaked for up to 3 months.
- Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or custard sauce for a richer dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of cobbler
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg