Description
Experience the comforting, magical aroma of a classic Southern peach cobbler. This delightful dessert features juicy, spice-kissed peaches tucked beneath a golden, buttery crust that bakes to perfection. It is a nostalgic, family-friendly treat that balances the sweetness of summer-ripened fruit with a warm, tender cake topping. Perfectly simple to prepare with pantry staples, this cobbler serves as the ultimate finale to any meal, promising restaurant-quality results that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
8 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced peaches with 1 cup of sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Whisk in the milk and melted butter until the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter evenly over the peach mixture without stirring.
Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American