Ingredients
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 cups peeled, sliced peaches
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/3 cup water
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, white sugar, salt, and baking powder. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Spread the crumb mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
4. Place the peaches onto the crumb mixture.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and water.
6. Pour the brown sugar mixture over the peaches.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
8. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream. Enjoy!
Peach Cobbler is believed to have originated in the Southern United States. As early as the colonial times, recipes for peach cobblers made with biscuits and dried peaches were brought to the area. Eventually, recipes for a more modern version of peach cobbler, made with fresh fruit and a pastry topping, became popular.
Peach Cobbler is a very easy and versatile dessert to make. The main ingredients are fresh or canned peaches and a pastry dough of your choice. The peaches can be cut into slices or left whole and cooked with butter, sugar, and other spices. For the pastry dough, you can use puff pastry, pie crust, or biscuit dough. Once the dough is rolled out, use a circular cutter to create round shapes and press them around the edges of the dish.
Here are some tips and tricks to make the perfect Peach Cobbler:
– Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor and texture.
– Mix sugar and spices with the peaches and butter before adding the dough to create a flavorful filling.
– Be sure to spray the sides of the dish with non-stick cooking spray before adding the dough.
– Pre-bake the bottom crust for about 7 minutes before adding the peach filling. This will help keep a crisp bottom layer.
– For a finishing touch, top your Peach Cobbler with a sprinkle of sugar and a pinch of cinnamon.
– When baking, cover with foil to keep the top layer of dough from burning, and reduce the oven temperature slightly.
– Serve warm and top with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream for a delicious treat.