Description
A classic Southern peach cobbler recipe with juicy peaches and a buttery golden topping. Easy to make and perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Peach Filling:
3 cans (29 oz each) sliced peaches in lite syrup
½ cup (1 stick) salted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
3 teaspoons all-purpose flour
For the Pie Crust:
2½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into cubes
½ to ⅔ cup ice-cold water
1 egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon water
Ground cinnamon, for garnish
Instructions
For the Peach Cobbler Filling:
- Prepare the Peaches:
Drain two of the peach cans and add only the peaches to a large pot. Add the third can with its syrup, along with the butter. - Melt and Combine:
Set the pot over medium heat and cook until the butter is fully melted, stirring occasionally. - Add Flavorings:
Stir in the granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. - Make the Slurry:
In a small bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons of hot peach syrup (taken from the pot) with the flour until smooth. Pour the slurry back into the pot and stir well. - Thicken the Filling:
Continue cooking for 30–40 minutes, or until the syrup thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Taste and adjust the sugar or spices if needed.
Remove from heat and let it cool and thicken further while preparing the crust.
For the Pie Crust:
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. - Cut in the Butter:
Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter (or your fingers) to blend the butter into the flour until it forms coarse crumbs. - Add Water:
Gradually add cold water, starting with ½ cup. Mix until a dough forms, adding more water if needed. Knead briefly until the dough comes together—it’s okay if some flour remains in the bowl. - Chill the Dough:
Divide the dough into two equal balls. Wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 35–45 minutes.
To Assemble the Cobbler:
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). - Roll Out the Bottom Crust:
Lightly flour a clean surface. Roll out one dough ball to about ⅓-inch thickness. Place it into a 9×13-inch baking dish, covering the bottom and slightly up the sides. - Add the Filling:
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the peaches (without too much syrup) into the crust. Then pour in the remaining syrup—use at least ⅔ of it, depending on how juicy you prefer your cobbler. - Top with Crust:
Roll out the second dough ball and place over the filling. Decorate as desired—lattice, full cover with slits, or cut-outs. - Finish & Bake:
Brush the top crust with the egg wash and lightly sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp. - Cool & Serve:
Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 1h30
- Cook Time: 45min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 418
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 269mg
- Fat: 23
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 48
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 74mg