Southern Peach Cobbler
A classic Southern dessert with sweet, juicy peaches and a buttery biscuit topping, baked until golden & bubbly!
Ingredients (Serves 6)
For the Filling:
✔ 6 large peaches, peeled & sliced (or ~4-5 cups) ✔ ¼ cup granulated sugar ✔ ¼ cup brown sugar ✔ ¼ tsp cinnamon ✔ ⅛ tsp nutmeg ✔ ½ lemon, juiced ✔ 2 tsp cornstarch
For the Topping:
✔ 1 cup all-purpose flour ✔ ¼ cup granulated sugar ✔ ¼ cup brown sugar ✔ 1 tsp baking powder ✔ ½ tsp salt ✔ 6 tbsp butter, cold & cubed ✔ ⅓ cup hot water ✔ 3 tbsp granulated sugar, for sprinkling
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Peaches
✔ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). ✔ In a bowl, mix peaches, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, & cornstarch. ✔ Place mixture in a cast-iron skillet or baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Topping
✔ In another bowl, mix flour, sugars, baking powder, & salt. ✔ Blend in cold butter using fingers or a pastry cutter until crumbly. ✔ Stir in hot water, just until combined.
Step 3: Assemble & Bake
✔ Spread topping over peaches, sprinkle with granulated sugar. ✔ Place skillet on a baking sheet (to catch spills). ✔ Bake 30–35 minutes, until golden & bubbling.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
✔ Let cool for 10–15 minutes, then serve with ice cream or whipped cream!
Tips & Variations
✔ Adjust sugar if peaches are less sweet. ✔ Use frozen peaches—thaw before using. ✔ Canned peaches work too—drain 2 cans, use the juice from 1.
A warm, comforting dessert that’s easy to make & always a crowd favorite! Would you like ideas for more fruit cobbler variations?