Peach cobbler
Peach cobbler is a classic American dessert that’s loved for its comforting and rustic charm.
It typically consists of sweet, spiced peaches topped with a biscuit-like or cake-like topping, and it’s often served warm.
Here’s how you can make a basic peach cobbler:
Ingredients:
For the Peach Filling:
4 cups of fresh or canned peaches (sliced, with or without skin)
1 cup of granulated sugar
1/4 cup of brown sugar
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon of cornstarch (to thicken the filling)
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 tablespoons of lemon juice (optional, for tartness)
For the Cobbler Topping:
1 cup of all-purpose flour
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of milk
1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, cornstarch,
vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using). Mix everything well and then transfer this peach mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
In a separate bowl, prepare the cobbler topping. Combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the milk and melted butter until you have a smooth batter.
Carefully spoon the cobbler batter over the peach mixture in the baking dish. You don’t need to spread it perfectly;
the batter will spread and rise as it bakes.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until the cobbler topping is golden brown,
and the peach filling is bubbling.
Once done, remove the peach cobbler from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Peach cobbler is often enjoyed warm, either on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
The combination of sweet, juicy peaches and the warm, slightly crisp cobbler topping makes it a delightful and comforting dessert,
especially during the summer months when peaches are in season.