Peach Cobbler with Biscuit Topping (Printable Version)

A comforting peach dessert topped with buttery biscuits.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Peach Filling

01 - 6 large ripe peaches (about 1.5 lbs), peeled, pitted, and sliced
02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
04 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
05 - 2 tsp cornstarch
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
08 - Pinch of salt

→ For the Biscuit Topping

09 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 tsp baking powder
12 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
15 - 1/2 cup cold buttermilk
16 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Optional Garnish

17 - Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, sugars, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix gently until peaches are coated.
03 - Pour the peach mixture into a 9-inch baking dish or a similar ovenproof dish.
04 - In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Cut in the cold butter pieces using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
06 - Stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract just until combined; do not overmix.
07 - Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the peaches, covering as much as possible (it’s okay if some peaches peek through).
08 - Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
09 - Let cool slightly before serving. Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This peach cobbler is truly the epitome of summer comfort food.
  • Its ease makes it a go-to recipe that impresses everyone without any fuss.
02 -
  • Accidentally overmixing the biscuit dough can lead to tough biscuits—take it easy!
  • Using in-season peaches elevates the flavor, so don’t skimp on freshness.
03 -
  • The secret to a perfect cobbler is letting the filling get bubbly and the topping nice and golden.
  • Mix and match fruits for your own signature twist!
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