Easy Peach Cobbler
A delightful dessert capturing the essence of summer with sweet, juicy peaches and a buttery golden crust.
Ingredients
Filling
- 4-5 cups Fresh Peaches, peeled and sliced You can substitute with canned or frozen peaches.
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances peach flavor; adjust based on sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional, helps in thickening juices.
Batter
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Balances sweetness of peaches.
- 1 cup Flour Forms the base of the batter.
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for a fluffy texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
- 1 cup Milk Adds moisture.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Deepens flavor.
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted Creates a crispy texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and slice the fresh peaches into manageable pieces. If using canned or frozen peaches, drain well and ensure they are adequately thawed.
- Toss peach slices with 1/4 cup sugar and cornstarch in a bowl and set aside.
Batter Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C).
- In a baking dish, place 1/2 cup of butter and melt it in the preheating oven.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well.
- Gradually add 1 cup of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until combined.
Assembling and Baking
- Pour the batter over the melted butter, do not stir.
- Layer the peach mixture over the top of the batter, juices included.
- Bake for about 1 hour until the crust is golden brown. If using a metal pan, check at 30-40 minutes.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow juices to thicken.