Peach Cobbler
A warm and comforting dessert featuring juicy peaches and a tender topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Peach Filling
- 8 large fresh peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced For natural sweetness and moisture
- ⅓ cup brown sugar For deep flavor and caramelization
- ⅓ cup sugar For sweetness
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch For thickening
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice For brightness
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon For warmth
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg For depth
Topping Mixture
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour For structure
- ⅓ cup brown sugar Adds sweetness and flavor
- ⅓ cup sugar Provides balance
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder For leavening
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavors
- ½ cup butter, cut into small pieces Adds richness and moisture
- ⅓ cup boiling water To create a tender topping
Crust Topping
- ¾ cup brown sugar For crust topping
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour For crust consistency
- ¾ cup chopped pecans For texture and nuttiness
- ¼ cup butter, melted Adds flavor and binds
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375° and lightly spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, brown sugar, regular sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, lemon juice, and nutmeg. Stir until the peaches are evenly coated.
- Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Creating the Topping
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, regular sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Use a pastry blender to incorporate the small pieces of butter into the flour mixture until it resembles a coarse crumble.
- Stir in the boiling water until the mixture is just combined.
Assembling and Baking
- Combine the brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans in a small bowl.
- Carefully sprinkle the pecan mixture over the spooned topping.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking for a golden brown color on the topping and bubbling juices around the edges.
- Serve warm and enjoy your cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped topping.
Notes
Use ripe peaches for the best sweetness and flavor. Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving to allow the juices to thicken. Cover loosely with aluminum foil if the topping browns too quickly.