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Southern Peach Cobbler

Southern Peach Cobbler That Will Brighten Your Summer Days

This Southern Peach Cobbler is a nostalgic dessert that captures the essence of summer with juicy peaches and a fluffy crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Filling
  • 6 cups peaches, sliced fresh or drained canned or thawed frozen
  • 1 cup sugar can use brown sugar or substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional
For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk can substitute with almond or soy milk
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Southern Peach Cobbler
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, slice your fresh peaches. Add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add milk and melted butter, mixing until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased dish, spread out evenly, and layer the peach mixture on top without stirring.
  5. Optionally, sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon and sugar over the top.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, choose ripe peaches and avoid overmixing the batter. Serve with ice cream for a delightful finish.

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