American BBQ & Grill · Free recipe
Southern Peach Cobbler
Sweet, juicy peaches bubbling under a golden, buttery cake-like topping. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this is the perfect end to a barbecue.
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
In a bowl, toss the sliced peaches with 1/4 cup of the sugar, the lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon. Let them sit 10 minutes to draw out the juices.
Step 3
Place the butter in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and put it in the oven for about 5 minutes until fully melted. Watch so it does not burn.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
Step 5
Whisk in the milk and vanilla until you have a smooth, pourable batter.
Step 6
Carefully take the hot dish out of the oven. Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter, but do not stir them together.
Step 7
Spoon the peaches and their juices evenly over the batter. Again, do not stir; the batter will rise up and around the fruit as it bakes.
Step 8
Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar over the top for a crackly crust.
Step 9
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
Step 10
Test the topping with a toothpick in a cakey area; it should come out clean.
Step 11
Let the cobbler cool for 15 minutes so the filling thickens slightly.
Step 12
Serve warm in bowls, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips from the test kitchen
- Do not stir the batter and peaches together; layering is what creates the classic cobbler texture.
- To peel fresh peaches easily, dip them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then slip the skins off.
