Description
Peach cobbler is a beloved southern dessert that combines juicy peaches with a buttery, flaky crust for an unforgettable treat. This easy-to-follow recipe for The Best Southern Peach Cobbler showcases the natural sweetness of ripe peaches, complemented by a hint of warm spices. Whether you’re celebrating a summer gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, this dessert offers a delightful slice of nostalgia. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 bags frozen peaches (20 ounces each)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons corn starch
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (reserve 1/2 for garnishment)
- 1 stick unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/4 cup boiling hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (to dust top of cobbler)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a greased 9×13 baking dish, mix together frozen peaches, sugars, extracts, spices, and butter. Bake covered for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine flour, sugars, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add boiling water and mix gently.
- After 20 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and spoon cobbler topping over the peach mixture.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg