Welcome to a slice of Southern hospitality with this Traditional Southern Peach Cobbler. This recipe brings together the sweet juiciness of fresh peaches and the warmth of a crisp, golden crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or a comforting dessert any time of the year.
Peaches: The star of the show, offering sweetness and juiciness that's hard to beat. Fresh is best, but frozen can work if needed.
Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps draw out the peaches' natural juices.
Brown Sugar: Provides a deeper, molasses-like sweetness that complements the peaches beautifully.
Butter: Unsalted butter is melted for a rich, buttery base that the batter bakes into, creating a luscious crust.
All-Purpose Flour: Forms the structure of the cobbler, absorbing the juices and creating a tender, cake-like layer.
Milk: Moistens the batter, making it pourable and light.
Baking Powder: Gives the batter lift, ensuring a fluffy texture.
Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor.
Cinnamon and Nutmeg: These warm spices add depth and a hint of cozy, comforting flavor to the cobbler.
This cobbler is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. For a bit of a twist, try it with a sprinkle of crushed pecans or a drizzle of caramel sauce right before serving.
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). As the oven warms up, place your 9x13 inch baking dish inside with the butter to melt. This not only melts the butter but also warms the dish, helping the cobbler cook evenly.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix the peaches with half a cup of granulated sugar and the brown sugar. Stir it all together and let it sit while you prepare the batter. This resting time allows the sugar to draw out the peach juices, which will mingle with the batter as it bakes.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, the rest of the granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring just until the mixture comes together. It’s okay if there are a few small lumps; you don’t want to over-mix and make the batter tough.
Carefully remove the baking dish with the melted butter from the oven. Pour the batter directly over the butter. Do not stir; the butter will create a luscious, rich layer at the bottom and around the edges as it bakes.
Spoon the peach mixture evenly over the batter. Again, resist the urge to stir. As it bakes, the batter will rise up and around the peaches, creating a deliciously messy, golden crust.
Bake the cobbler in your preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is a beautiful golden brown and the edges are bubbling. Let it cool slightly before serving to allow the juices to thicken up a bit.
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