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Fresh peach cobbler recipe

Delicious Fresh Peach Cobbler Recipe for Sweet Summer Evenings

This fresh peach cobbler recipe is a must-try dessert that celebrates summer's sweet flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Peach Filling

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the peaches
  • 2 tablespoons arrowroot starch acts as a thickener for the filling
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness and enhances flavors
  • 6 cups peeled fresh sliced peaches brings essential summer flavor
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest adds brightness to the filling
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice helps bring out peach flavor

For the Topping

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour base of the topping
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the topping
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensures the topping is light and fluffy
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter gives richness to the topping
  • 1/2 cup sour cream adds moisture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses warm notes into the dough
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar sprinkled on top for crunch

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, arrowroot starch, and salt. Add sliced peaches, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and mix.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla, folding until a cookie-like dough forms.
  • Spoon the topping over the peaches and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
  • Bake for 65 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
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