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Easy Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe

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Find the harmony in simple baking with this easy Southern Peach Cobbler. This recipe uses straightforward ingredients to create a comforting, warm fruit dessert perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups fresh or frozen sliced peaches (about 6 medium peaches)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for peaches)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for peaches)
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate or an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, 1/2 cup sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gently toss to coat. Stir in 1/4 cup flour until the peaches are lightly coated. Pour the peach mixture into your prepared baking dish.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt for the topping.
  4. Cut the cold butter pieces into the dry topping mixture using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the milk and the beaten egg. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined to form a thick batter. Do not overmix.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter evenly over the peach filling. The batter will not cover the entire surface; this is correct for a classic cobbler topping.
  7. Sprinkle the top evenly with 1 tablespoon of coarse sugar.
  8. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly around the edges.
  9. Let the cobbler cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a shortcut, you can substitute canned peaches (drained) for fresh fruit, adjusting the added sugar slightly based on the sweetness of the canned peaches.
  • Serve this warm fruit dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a complete comfort food dessert experience.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, you can bake it for 5-10 minutes longer until the edges are deeply browned.

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