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The Best Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 38 minutes
  • Total Time: 53 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Description

This classic Southern Peach Cobbler recipe features juicy, tender peaches baked under a buttery, flaky crust with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices. Perfectly sweetened and easy to prepare, it’s a comforting dessert best served warm or at room temperature. The recipe includes options for gluten-free flour blends and freezer-friendly instructions, making it versatile and convenient for any occasion.

Ingredients

Peach Filling

  • 8 medium-size fresh peaches (sliced into thin wedges or bite size chunks – about 9-10 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch or arrowroot

Traditional Cobbler Topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 12 tablespoons butter (chilled and grated)
  • ½ cup boiling water

Gluten-Free Cobbler Topping (optional)

  • 1¼ cup brown rice flour
  • ⅔ cup tapioca starch
  • ⅓ cup potato starch
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a large baking sheet lined with foil on the lowest rack to catch any drips, as this cobbler tends to overflow slightly.
  2. Prepare Peach Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches and lemon juice. Add the white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch or arrowroot to the peaches. Stir well to evenly coat the fruit. Pour this mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Bake Peach Filling: Bake the peach mixture in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to help the juices thicken and release flavors.
  4. Make Topping: While peaches bake, mix the dry ingredients for the topping in a separate bowl. For traditional topping, whisk together all-purpose flour, white and brown sugars, baking powder, and salt. Toss in the chilled, grated butter until you have a crumbly texture with small butter lumps. Stir in the boiling water just until combined, leaving some lumps to maintain flakiness. For gluten-free option, mix brown rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch, white sugar, and cinnamon.
  5. Top the Cobbler: Remove the peach filling from the oven and drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping evenly over the peaches using a small cookie scoop or spoon. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if desired for extra flavor and crunch.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Return the cobbler to the oven and bake for about 28 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the crust comes out clean. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  7. Freezing Option: To freeze, prepare the peach filling as described, then place it flat in a large freezer bag after removing the air. Freeze for up to one year. When ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator, pour into the baking dish, and then continue with the recipe from baking the peach mixture.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm peaches for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chilling and grating the butter is essential for creating a flaky topping.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free version, use the gluten-free flour blend provided in the ingredients.
  • The baking sheet under the dish prevents oven messes from cobbler overflow.
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
  • Peach filling can be frozen up to one year for convenient make-ahead dessert prep.

Find it online: https://evelynscooking.com/the-best-southern-peach-cobbler-recipe/