
A beloved Southern dessert that’s warm, comforting, and irresistible with a scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients
Peach Layer:
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4 cups fresh peaches, sliced (about 5–6 medium peaches)
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp cinnamon
Batter:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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¾ cup milk
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping:
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 cup boiling water
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Prepare the peaches: Toss sliced peaches with ½ cup sugar and cinnamon. Spread evenly in the baking dish.
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Make the batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until smooth. Pour over the peaches.
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Prepare the topping: Mix 1 cup sugar with cornstarch and sprinkle over the batter. Carefully pour boiling water on top, then drizzle with vanilla. Do not stir.
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Bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden and set.
Serve: Warm, with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 50 min | Total: 1 hr 5 min
Calories: ~320 per serving | Servings: 8