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The Ultimate Classic Southern Peach Cobbler: Buttery Topping and Juicy Filling

Close-up of a square slice of baked southern peach cobbler with a caramelized, golden-brown top.
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Bake this classic Southern peach cobbler for a comforting dessert. This recipe uses simple steps to achieve a rich, sweet peach filling and a perfectly golden, buttery topping. It works well with fresh or canned peaches.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups fresh or canned sliced peaches (drained if canned)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup water (use less if peaches are very juicy)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten (for brushing)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the peach filling: In a large bowl, gently combine the peaches, 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and water. Stir until the peaches are evenly coated.
  3. Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Prepare the topping: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Stir in the milk until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the batter evenly over the peach filling. The batter will spread slightly as it bakes.
  8. Brush the top of the batter lightly with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar for a golden finish.
  9. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.
  10. Let the cobbler cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Serve warm, preferably with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • If you use fresh peaches, ensure they are ripe for the best flavor. If using canned peaches, reduce or omit the added water depending on the liquid content of the can.
  • For a crispier topping, you can press the batter into a single layer instead of dropping spoonfuls.
  • This dessert tastes excellent the next day, though it is best served warm on the first day.

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