Classic Southern Peach Cobbler
This Classic Southern Peach Cobbler is packed with juicy peaches, warm spices, and a golden buttery crust. A comforting, easy-to-make dessert perfect for summer.
Ingredients
Peach Filling:
- 6 cups fresh peaches peeled and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, toss peaches with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Let sit 10–15 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared dish. Spoon peach mixture over batter—do not stir.
- Bake 45–55 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool 15–20 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Substitute canned or frozen peaches if fresh aren't available.
- Add cornstarch if using extra juicy peaches.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar or sliced almonds on top before baking for texture.
- Can be made dairy-free with plant-based butter and milk.