A classic dessert featuring juicy peaches baked under a golden, buttery crust or topping. It’s especially popular in the Southern United States and is known for its comforting, homey flavor.

Components of a Peach Cobbler:

1. Peach Filling: Fresh or canned peaches are mixed with sugar, spices (like cinnamon and nutmeg), and sometimes a thickening agent like cornstarch. The peaches are then spread in a baking dish.
2. Topping: The topping can be a biscuit-like dough, cake-like batter, or a crumbly streusel, depending on the recipe. It is spread or dropped over the peaches before baking.
3. Baking: The cobbler is baked until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.

Peach cobbler is typically served warm, often with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The combination of the warm, sweet, and slightly spiced peaches with the buttery, crispy topping makes it a beloved dessert, and here’s how you make it!

Ingredients:

• For the filling:
  • 6-8 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 1/4 cup dark rum
  • 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier (or other orange liqueur)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional, for a thicker filling)
• For the topping:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling on top)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the peach filling:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, dark rum, Grand Marnier, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch (if using).
   • Toss everything together until the peaches are evenly coated with the liqueurs and spices. Set aside for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
3. Prepare the topping:
   • In another mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
   • Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, but don’t overmix.
4. Assemble the cobbler:
   • Pour the peach filling into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
   • Spoon the topping over the peaches, spreading it out evenly.
   • Sprinkle the coarse sugar over the top if desired for a little extra crunch.
5. Bake:
   • Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
6. Cool and serve:
   • Let the peach cobbler cool slightly before serving. The liqueur will enhance the flavor, giving it a warm, rich taste. Enjoy it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert!