Best 2 Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler Recipes

Southern peach cobbler is a timeless classic that evokes the essence of summer with its sweet, juicy peaches and golden-brown crust. This delightful dessert is a staple at family gatherings and picnics, and its tantalizing aroma fills the air with a sense of comfort and nostalgia. Whether you prefer a classic cobbler with a flaky crust or a more modern version with a crunchy streusel topping, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect Southern peach cobbler.

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FRESH SOUTHERN PEACH COBBLER

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I've been experimenting with cobbler for some time and this recipe is the final result. Loved by all. Use fresh Georgia peaches, of course!

Provided by aeposey

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Peach Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

8 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
¼ cup boiling water
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine peaches, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly, and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Blend in butter with your fingertips, or a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in water until just combined.
Remove peaches from oven, and drop spoonfuls of topping over them. Sprinkle entire cobbler with the sugar and cinnamon mixture. Bake until topping is golden, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.5 calories, Carbohydrate 99.4 g, Cholesterol 45.8 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 399.7 mg, Sugar 73.1 g

SOUTHERN BOURBON FRESH PEACH COBBLER

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I've pieced it together from a few recipes to get the balance I like between fruit and topping. It's great for serving to guests and definitely best with some ice cream. This is also great vegan with water or apple juice replacing the buttermilk, and margarine instead of butter. You could even serve it with tofrutti ice cream.

Provided by MC Baker

Categories Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

4 cups yellow peaches, sliced and pealed (blanch in boiling water for about 30s depending on ripeness and skins should slip off)
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 fluid ounce Bourbon (optional)
2 tablespoons fruit jam, blueberry and blackberry are very nice
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup melted butter
1 cinnamon stick
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Reserve peals and pits from peaches.
Mix sliced peaches, sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon powder in a bowl and reserve.
Combine bourbon (Maker's Mark is really good in this), orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, fruit jam, cinnamon stick, and peach scraps in a sauce pan, bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer and reduce mixture for approximately 10 minutes.
Mix flour, buttermilk, baking powder, baking soda and salt with a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg and set aside or in refrigerator for a few minutes. I have also used Dry Buttermilk Pancake Mix and 1/2 cup milk in place of the flour, buttermilk, baking powder and baking soda.
Strain reduced orange juice mixture and mix with peaches.
Pour melted butter into an 8x11" baking pan.
Spoon dough mixture over butter evenly, but leaving some gaps (this helps the dough rise over the peaches later.
Pour peaches over dough.
Bake for about 1 hour at 350F, or until the crust has risen to top of cobbler and crisped slightly. Can add a bit of sugar to top of cobbler just before finished and place in broiler to get a crisper caramelized topping, but beware this can be tricky.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.9, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 509.5, Carbohydrate 70.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 49.6, Protein 4

Tips:

For the best cobbler, use fresh, ripe peaches. If you can't find fresh peaches, frozen peaches will work, but thaw them completely before using.
To make sure the cobbler topping is golden brown and crispy, use a combination of butter and sugar. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
Serve the cobbler warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Peach cobbler is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it with a sweet or tart filling, a crispy or soft topping, or with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, there's a peach cobbler recipe out there for everyone.