Southern Peach Cobbler

• active time: 30 minutes
• total time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Ingredients

8 fresh ripe peaches, peeled and sliced or 2 cans (29 oz. each) of sliced peaches

1 cup granulated sugar, divided

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

2 teaspoons lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces

1 cup whole milk

Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

If using fresh peaches, peel and slice them. Combine the peaches in a large bowl with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir gently and allow to sit for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to blend.

In a separate large bowl, mix the flour, remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Slowly add in milk, stirring just until a dough forms. Be careful not to over mix.

Pour the peach mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.

Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the peach mixture, trying to cover as much of the surface as possible.

Sprinkle a little extra sugar and cinnamon over the top of the dough for added crunch and flavor.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crisp.

Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving, about 10 minutes.

Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400