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Classic Southern Peach Cobbler: A Sweet Summer Dessert

This classic Southern peach cobbler features juicy peaches topped with a golden, buttery biscuit crust. It's a comforting dessert perfect for summer, especially when served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the peaches evenly. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the juices to form.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Pour the peach mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the peaches. It's okay if the dough doesn't cover the entire surface; the cobbler will expand as it bakes.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly. If the topping begins to brown too quickly, tent the dish with aluminum foil.
  5. Allow the cobbler to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture. For a richer flavor, replace the milk in the biscuit topping with buttermilk. Add a pinch of ginger or cardamom to the peach mixture for a unique twist. Prepare the peach filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake the cobbler just before serving.