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Southern Peach Cobbler

Southern Peach Cobbler is a classic dessert that celebrates the sweet flavor of ripe peaches topped with a buttery, golden crust.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 6–8 large ripe peaches peeled and sliced (about 6 cups)
  • - 3/4 cup granulated sugar divided, plus more to taste
  • - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional, for brightness
  • - 2 teaspoons cornstarch optional, for thickening if peaches are very juicy
  • - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional, adjust to taste
  • - 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • - 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • - 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • - 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • - 3/4 cup whole milk
  • - 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing dish)

Equipment

  • - 9x13-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. **Preheat the oven**: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or use a seasoned cast-iron skillet.
  2. **Prepare the peaches**: In a large bowl, toss the peach slices with 1/2 cup of the sugar, lemon juice (if using), cornstarch (if peaches are extra juicy), cinnamon, and nutmeg. Taste and add more sugar if your peaches aren’t very sweet. Spread the peach mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
  3. **Make the batter**: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Stir in the milk until just combined, then pour in the melted butter and whisk gently to create a smooth batter.
  4. **Assemble**: Pour the batter evenly over the peaches. Some peaches may peek through—that’s okay.
  5. **Bake**: Place the cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are bubbling around the edges.
  6. **Cool and serve**: Let the cobbler rest for at least 10–15 minutes. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.