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Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler

Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler with a Surprising Twist

Enjoy the classic flavors of an Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler with a twist that creates a delightful crackly crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 cups Peaches ripe, fresh, freestone varieties preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice and zest to brighten flavor
For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened; substitute margarine for dairy-free
  • 3/4 cup Sugar adjust by ¼ cup to reduce sweetness
  • 1 cup Flour all-purpose flour is best
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder for rising
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 cup Milk or use cream for richer flavor
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Hot Water essential for crackly crust

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. Peel and chop peaches into 1-inch chunks, mix with lemon juice, and place in the greased dish.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Mix with the butter mixture until just combined.
  5. Add milk to the batter and mix until smooth and light.
  6. Spoon the batter over the peaches and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle remaining sugar over the batter and pour hot water evenly over the dish.
  8. Bake in the oven for 60-65 minutes or until golden brown and cracks appear.
  9. Allow to cool for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Adjust sweetness based on personal preference.

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