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The Best Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe

The Best Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe

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Indulge in the comfort of The Best Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe, a delightful dessert that brings together sweet, juicy peaches and a buttery, flaky crust. This classic dish is perfect for family gatherings, summer barbecues, or cozy evenings at home. With its warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, this cobbler is best served warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Its easy preparation makes it accessible for cooks of all skill levels, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this southern staple. Dive into this recipe and discover why it’s a beloved favorite across generations.

Ingredients

  • Frozen peaches (40 ounces)
  • Granulated sugar (1 ½ cups)
  • Brown sugar (1 ½ cups)
  • All-purpose flour (2 cups)
  • Baking powder (2 teaspoons)
  • Butter (1 stick cold + ½ stick room temperature)
  • Cinnamon (2 tablespoons + additional for garnish)
  • Nutmeg (½ teaspoon)
  • Cream of tartar (1 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Combine frozen peaches with sugars, extracts, spices, butter, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice in the baking dish. Mix well and cover with foil; bake for 20 minutes.
  3. While baking, mix flour, sugars, baking powder, salt, and half the cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  4. Stir in boiling water until just combined; the dough should be drop biscuit consistency.
  5. Remove peaches from the oven and spoon dollops of dough over them. Sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  6. Bake uncovered for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until golden brown.

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