“The only cobbler recipe I’ll ever need! I’ve made this three times already.”
Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler
This classic Southern dessert captures the sweetness of ripe peaches under a tender, buttery topping with just the right touch of cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect comforting treat.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh peaches, sliced | 9 cups (about 8 peaches or 3 lbs) |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon |
| Granulated sugar | ½ cup |
| Ground cinnamon | ½ teaspoon |
| Ground nutmeg | ¼ teaspoon |
| Cornstarch | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
For the Topping:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Baking powder | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Butter, chilled and grated | 12 tablespoons |
| Boiling water | ½ cup |
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Granulated sugar | ⅓ cup |
| Ground cinnamon | 2 teaspoons |
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prepare the Filling:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and salt. Gently stir to coat the peaches evenly. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Bake the Filling First:
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. While the filling bakes, begin preparing the topping. - Make the Topping:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the chilled, grated butter and mix until evenly coated with the flour mixture. - Add Boiling Water:
Pour in the boiling water and stir just until combined. The dough will be lumpy—this is the texture you’re aiming for in cobbler. - Add Topping to the Peaches:
Remove the partially baked peach filling from the oven. Drop spoonfuls of the topping mixture over the hot filling, covering most of the surface. - Prepare Cinnamon Sugar & Sprinkle:
Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the cobbler topping. - Final Bake:
Return the dish to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
Tip: Place the baking dish on a larger baking sheet to catch any drips during baking. - Serve Warm:
Let the cobbler cool slightly. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
