Description
This Southern Peach Cobbler recipe features juicy frozen peaches baked under a tender, cinnamon-dusted biscuit topping. With a mix of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and subtle hints of vanilla and almond extracts, it’s a classic dessert perfect for all occasions.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 2 bags frozen peaches (20 ounces each)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
- ½ tablespoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- ½ stick unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Dough Topping
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (reserve ½ tablespoon for garnishing)
- 1 stick cold unsalted butter
- ¼ cup boiling hot water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (to dust top)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Peach Filling: In the prepared baking dish, combine the frozen peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, cream of tartar, softened butter, water, and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly until well combined. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
- Bake Peach Base: Bake the covered peaches in the oven for 20 minutes to start softening and melding the flavors.
- Prepare Dough Mixture: While the peaches bake, in a large bowl, mix together the flour, both sugars, baking powder, salt, and half the cinnamon (½ tablespoon).
- Incorporate Butter: Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Boiling Water: Pour in the boiling water and gently stir just until a drop biscuit-like dough forms—avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
- Top the Peaches with Dough: Remove the peach mixture from the oven and spoon the cobbler dough in golf ball-sized dollops over the peaches. Leave small gaps between dollops so the peaches can bubble through and the dough cooks evenly.
- Sprinkle Topping Sugar: Combine the reserved ½ tablespoon cinnamon with 3 tablespoons granulated sugar and sprinkle this mixture evenly over the dough dollops for extra flavor and a slight crunch.
- Bake the Cobbler: Return the uncovered cobbler to the oven and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Check after 30 minutes; the cobbler is done when the biscuit topping turns golden brown and is cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly, then serve warm. Enjoy this classic Southern dessert on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- The almond extract is optional but recommended to enhance the peach flavor.
- Using frozen peaches works well year-round, but fresh peaches can be substituted when in season.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep it light and flaky.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
