Description
A classic Southern peach cobbler recipe that’s incredibly easy to make with canned peaches, a buttery crust, and warm spices. Perfectly crisp on top and filled with sweet, juicy peaches, this dessert is a comforting treat best served warm with ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Peach Filling
- 2 (29 oz) canned peaches in heavy syrup (use peach juice from only one can)
- 2 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 5 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 1/8 tsp salt
Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Peaches. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Pour the contents of the first can of peaches, including its juice, into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Drain the juice from the second can and add only the peaches to the dish, discarding the juice.
- Mix Peach Filling. Add 5 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the peaches and syrup in the pan. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly. This enhances the flavor and balances the sweetness.
- Prepare the Batter. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, a small pinch of nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure spices and leavening agents are evenly distributed.
- Spread Batter Over Peaches. Pour the dry batter mixture evenly over the peach filling in the baking dish. Using a clean hand or the back of a large spoon, smooth out the flour mixture, covering as much of the peach surface as possible, especially the edges. The top should appear smooth, not lumpy.
- Add Butter and Bake. Starting from the top and working down, drizzle 1 cup of melted unsalted butter evenly over the flour batter. Place the cobbler in the oven and bake at 400°F for 15 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional hour or until the top is crisp and golden brown.
- Serve. Remove from the oven and let the cobbler cool slightly. Serve warm topped with a scoop or two of your favorite ice cream for the best experience.
Notes
- If using fresh ripe peaches, peel, pit, and slice about 6 cups of peaches. Toss them with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract before assembling the cobbler.
- The sugar quantity in the peach filling can be adjusted based on the sweetness of your peaches or personal preference.
- Smoothing the flour mixture on top creates an even crust and ensures the butter can evenly coat the batter, which is key for the crisp texture.
- Be sure not to use the juice from the second can of peaches to prevent the cobbler from becoming too watery.
- Serve the cobbler warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic Southern dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 51g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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