Description
This Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe is a classic Southern dessert featuring sweet, spiced peaches baked under a buttery, golden crust. Quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion, it’s served warm and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for that extra indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dough & Batter
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar, divided (2/3 cup + 1/3 cup)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Peach Filling
- 2 cups peeled peaches (fresh or thawed if frozen, drained)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Optional
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking your cobbler.
- Melt Butter: Place the 1/4 cup butter in a 9-inch glass baking dish and put it in the oven just long enough to melt completely.
- Prepare Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 2/3 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, egg, and vanilla extract, stirring gently to combine into a smooth batter.
- Assemble Base: Pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish, making sure not to stir; the batter will spread and bake around the butter creating the crust.
- Prepare Peach Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix peeled peaches with 1/3 cup sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the fruit is evenly coated.
- Add Peaches: Spoon the peach mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish without stirring. This layering allows the peaches to cook atop the crust.
- Top with Brown Sugar: Evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup brown sugar over the peaches to add sweetness and caramelization.
- Bake: Place the cobbler in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Broil for Crispness: For an extra crispy topping, place under the oven broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic finish.
Notes
- Use fresh peaches when in season for the best flavor; frozen peaches work well if thawed and drained.
- Do not stir after pouring the batter and adding peaches to maintain distinct layers and proper texture.
- Keep an eye on the cobbler during broiling to avoid burning the topping.
- This cobbler can be made with other fruits such as berries or apples for a variation.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use almond or oat milk.
