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Peach Cobbler
Peach cobbler is a classic Southern dessert that combines juicy sweet peaches with a tender biscuit-like topping. This version makes use of canned peaches, making it a quick and accessible treat for any time of year. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and brightened with lemon juice, it bakes up bubbly and golden, best served warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The quick dough topping comes together in one bowl and is spread directly over the warm fruit mixture before baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 6
Calories 262 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can sliced peaches in juice (large can)
  • ¾ to 1 cup reserved peach juice
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup biscuit mix (e.g., Bisquick)
  • 3 tbsp boiling water
  • ¼ cup softened butter

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Fruit Base

  • Place drained peaches on the bottom of an 8-inch square baking pan. Reserve juice.

Step 2: Make Syrup Mixture

  • Mix ¾ to 1 cup of reserved peach juice with 2 tbsp sugar, ½ tsp cinnamon, and 1 tsp lemon juice.
  • Pour mixture evenly over peaches.

Step 3: Preheat Oven

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).

Step 4: Make Biscuit Topping

  • Add 3 tbsp boiling water to 1 cup biscuit mix.
  • Add 1½ tbsp softened butter and stir until dough forms a ball.

Step 5: Assemble and Bake

  • Spread biscuit dough evenly over the peach mixture.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until top is golden brown.

Step 6: Serve

  • Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips

  • Add a pinch of nutmeg for a deeper warm-spice flavor.
  • Substitute fresh peaches (about 4 cups sliced) if in season; add ½ cup sugar to compensate for syrup.
  • Mix in a handful of chopped pecans for texture.
  • Use self-rising flour + a bit of sugar and milk as a topping if Bisquick isn’t available.
  • Add ½ tsp vanilla extract to the peach mixture for extra aroma.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Replace brown sugar with white sugar if preferred; flavor will be slightly lighter.
  • Add a splash of bourbon to the peaches for an adult twist.
  • For a crispier topping, sprinkle sugar over the dough before baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 1.5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 117mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 117IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword comfort food, easy dessert, fruit dessert, peach cobbler, Southern-style dessert, summer baking, vintage recipe
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