A classic, comforting dessert featuring juicy, sweet peaches baked under a golden, biscuit-like topping.
Ingredients:
- For the Peach Filling:
- 6-8 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced (about 2 pounds)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- For the Biscuit Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tang)
- 1 tablespoon of milk or cream for brushing the top.
- 1 tablespoon of sugar for sprinkling on the top.
Instructions:
- Prepare the Peach Filling:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced peaches with the granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
- Let the peaches sit for about 10 minutes to release some juices.
- Pour the peach mixture into a 9×9 inch baking dish or a similar sized baking dish.
- Scatter the small pieces of butter over the top of the peach filling.
- Make the Biscuit Topping:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender, two forks, or your fingertips, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the milk (or buttermilk) and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the peach filling, leaving some spaces in between.
- Bake the Cobbler:
- Brush the top of the biscuit topping with the extra tablespoon of milk or cream.
- Sprinkle the top of the biscuit topping with the extra tablespoon of sugar.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling.
- Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Tips and Variations:
- Peach Preparation: For easier peeling, blanch the peaches in boiling water for 30-60 seconds, then transfer them to an ice bath. The skins should slip right off.
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom to the peach filling for a different flavor profile.
- Other Fruits: This recipe works well with other fruits like apples, berries, or a combination of fruits.
- Nutty Topping: Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the biscuit topping for extra crunch.
- Individual Cobblers: You can also bake this recipe in individual ramekins for single servings. Adjust baking time accordingly.
Enjoy your homemade peach cobbler!