Description
This classic peach cobbler combines juicy, ripe peaches with a buttery, golden topping. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert!
Ingredients
6 to 7 ripe peaches (about 2½ pounds), sliced
Optional: peel for a smoother texture
¾ cup granulated sugar, divided
(½ cup for filling, ¼ cup for topping)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar (for the topping)
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup cold unsalted butter (1 stick), diced into small cubes
¼ cup boiling water
1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). -
Prepare the Peach Filling
In a large bowl, mix sliced peaches, ½ cup granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (optional). Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes. -
Make the Topping
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add in the cold diced butter, and use a pastry cutter or fork to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. -
Add Boiling Water
Gradually pour in ¼ cup boiling water, mixing until a thick dough forms. -
Assemble the Cobbler
Pour the peach mixture into a baking dish.
Drop spoonfuls of the dough on top, spreading lightly.
Optional: Sprinkle coarse sugar over the topping for crunch. -
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly. -
Serve
Let cool slightly. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
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For extra texture, sprinkle chopped pecans or sliced almonds on the topping.
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Try adding a pinch of nutmeg for deeper spice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of 9x13” pan)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Peach Cobbler