Description
A classic Southern Peach Cobbler bursting with fresh peaches and warm spices, topped with a golden, buttery crust. Perfectly sweet, easy to prepare, and best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 fresh peaches (peeled, pitted, and sliced – about 6 cups)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Crust and Batter
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided into ¼ cup for filling and ½ cup for batter)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cobbler.
- Prepare Peach Filling: In a large saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, ¼ cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes bubbly and slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
- Melt Butter: Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and put it in the preheated oven to melt while you prepare the batter, ensuring an even buttery base.
- Mix Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining ½ cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Assemble Cobbler: Carefully remove the hot baking dish with melted butter from the oven. Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter without stirring. Then, spoon the peach mixture evenly on top of the batter, again avoiding stirring to allow the crust to rise through the filling.
- Bake: Bake the cobbler for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the filling to set. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an authentic Southern treat.
Notes
- Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic pairing.
- If using canned peaches instead of fresh, drain them well and reduce the added sugar slightly to avoid excess sweetness.
- For extra depth of flavor, add a pinch of cardamom or a splash of bourbon to the peach mixture before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
