Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler
Peach cobbler is the quintessential Southern dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. The sweet, juicy peaches meld perfectly with a golden, biscuit-like topping, creating a comforting dish that’s both rustic and indulgent. My love affair with cobbler began decades ago with a taste of my grandma’s blackberry cobbler. From that moment, I was hooked. Cobbler, in all its forms, is a dessert that speaks to the soul—it’s simple, hearty, and evokes a sense of home and tradition that few other dishes can match.
Cobbler’s appeal lies in its delightful contrasts: the combination of warm, syrupy fruit and a tender, slightly crunchy crust, enhanced by a hint of salt to balance the sweetness. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you have a dessert that’s as comforting as a hug. Over the years, I’ve experimented with various fruits, but there’s something exceptionally delightful about a peach cobbler. When peaches are in season, their natural sweetness and juiciness shine, making them the perfect fruit for this dish.
This Southern Peach Cobbler recipe is a celebration of summer’s bounty and a testament to the timeless appeal of homemade desserts. It’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen. The filling is made with fresh peaches, lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and thickened with a bit of cornstarch to create a luscious, syrupy base. The topping is a simple biscuit dough enriched with grated butter, which gives it a wonderfully flaky texture.
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
9 cups peaches, sliced into thin wedges (about 8 fresh peaches, or 3 lbs).
1 tablespoon lemon juice.
1/2 cup granulated sugar.
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
2 tablespoons cornstarch.
1/2 teaspoon salt.
For the Topping:
2 cups all-purpose flour.
1 cup granulated sugar.
1 tablespoon baking powder.
1/2 teaspoon salt.
12 tablespoons butter, chilled and grated.
1/2 cup boiling water.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
1/3 cup granulated sugar.
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the peaches, lemon juice, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Step 3
Mix well and transfer to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 4
Bake for 10 minutes. While the peach filling bakes, prepare the topping.
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