Peach Cobbler Southern Dessert (Print Version)
Juicy peaches and a crisp biscuit topping make this classic Southern treat delightful when served warm.
# Ingredients:
→ Peach Filling
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6 cups ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
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180 grams granulated sugar
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28 grams brown sugar
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15 milliliters lemon juice
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0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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16 grams cornstarch
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pinch of salt
→ Biscuit Topping
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190 grams all-purpose flour
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67 grams granulated sugar
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1.5 teaspoons baking powder
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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113 grams cold unsalted butter, cubed
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120 milliliters whole milk or buttermilk
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Assembly
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13 grams granulated sugar, for sprinkling
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a 23x33 cm baking dish.
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In a large bowl, gently toss sliced peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until well coated.
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Spread the peach mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold butter and cut it in using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
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Pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Stir just until the dough is combined and soft. Avoid over-mixing.
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Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the peach filling, leaving gaps for steam to escape.
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Sprinkle 13 grams granulated sugar evenly over the dough.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling.
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Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream.
# Additional Notes:
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If fresh peaches are unavailable, thawed frozen or well-drained canned peaches may be substituted with good results.
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For added depth, consider a pinch of ginger or cardamom in the filling.
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Buttermilk produces a tangier flavor in the biscuit topping.
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Best enjoyed fresh, though leftovers keep refrigerated up to 3 days.