Description
This Fresh Peach Cobbler recipe combines juicy, spiced peaches with a tender, sweet biscuit topping for a classic, comforting dessert. Baked to golden perfection, it’s an easy and delicious way to showcase ripe peaches in a warm, homey treat perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
Peach Filling
- 5–6 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches (about 6–7 peaches)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Biscuit Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup boiling water
Topping Garnish
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Peach Filling: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly until the peaches are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the peach mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread it out evenly to create a base for the cobbler.
- Prepare the Biscuit Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the cold, cubed unsalted butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Boiling Water: Stir in the boiling water just until the biscuit dough comes together; avoid overmixing to keep the topping tender.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit topping evenly over the peach filling in the baking dish, ensuring the peaches are mostly covered.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Garnish: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar evenly over the biscuit topping to add a sweet, spiced crust.
- Bake the Cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set and to avoid burns.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of ground ginger to the peach filling.
- You can substitute fresh peaches with frozen peaches if fresh are out of season, but adjust cornstarch as frozen peaches may release more liquid.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic dessert experience.
- Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 10 minutes to ensure the filling firms up and is easier to serve.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
