Description
This One Bowl Peach Cobbler captures the essence of summer with juicy peaches and a flaky biscuit topping. It’s a simple yet indulgent dessert that brings back cherished memories of family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6–8 medium peaches)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk (whole or 2% preferred)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cobbler bakes evenly and that the topping becomes golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced fresh peaches, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until the peaches are well-coated, and set aside for about 10 minutes to let the juices develop.
- While the peach mixture sits, prepare the drop biscuit topping. In another bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pea-sized pieces remaining for a flaky texture.
- Pour in 3/4 cup of milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the flour mixture. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined; be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough biscuits.
- Pour the peach filling into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit topping over the peaches, leaving some gaps for the filling to bubble through. This creates a rustic look and ensures the topping cooks evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle the top with cinnamon sugar for extra sweetness. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly. The edges should be slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let the cobbler cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to thicken slightly, making it easier to scoop.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30-35 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: One common mistake is overmixing the biscuit dough, leading to a tough texture. Mix just until combined for a tender, flaky topping. You can substitute the unsalted butter with a dairy-free alternative like coconut oil or a plant-based butter.