Description
Warm Spiced Southern Peach Cobbler features juicy ripe peaches infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, baked under a tender, golden crust. This classic Southern dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings and makes a comforting treat with its fragrant, spiced fruit filling and buttery topping.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 8 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Cobbler Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Prepare peaches: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches with lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain their vibrant color.
- Add sugar and spices: Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt to the peaches and gently toss until well combined and evenly coated.
- Thicken filling: Stir in the cornstarch to the peach mixture to help thicken the juices as the cobbler bakes, ensuring a luscious filling.
- Place filling: Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create the base layer of the cobbler.
- Mix dry topping ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly.
- Add wet ingredients to topping: Pour melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredient mixture and stir until smooth and well combined forming the batter.
- Add topping over peaches: Evenly pour the batter over the peach filling in the baking dish, covering the fruit layer.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling.
- Cool before serving: Remove from the oven and let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes. This resting time allows the juices to set for perfect serving consistency.
Notes
- Peeling peaches can be made easier by blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds and then placing in ice water.
- Lemon juice prevents the peaches from browning and adds a hint of tartness to balance the sweetness.
- You can use frozen peaches if fresh are unavailable, but fresh will yield the best texture and flavor.
- For a crispier topping, sprinkle a little extra sugar on top before baking.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.