Peach Cobbler With Pie Crust And Fresh Peaches
Introduction
Peach cobbler is a classic southern dessert that's perfect for any occasion. There are many different ways to make peach cobbler, but this recipe uses pie crust and fresh peaches to create a delicious and flavorful dish that's sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
For the pie crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
For the filling:
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. To make the pie crust, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together in a ball. Divide the dough in half and roll out each half on a floured surface to fit a 9x13-inch baking dish.
4. To make the filling, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl. Mix well and pour into the prepared baking dish.
5. To make the topping, whisk together the melted butter, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the milk and stir until smooth.
6. Pour the topping over the peach filling, spreading it evenly to the edges of the dish.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
8. Let the peach cobbler cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving.
Variations
There are many different ways to customize this peach cobbler recipe to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top of each serving.
- Swap out the fresh peaches for canned or frozen peaches if fresh ones aren't in season.
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, to the topping for extra crunch.
- Use a different fruit, such as apples or berries, in place of the peaches.
Conclusion
This peach cobbler with pie crust and fresh peaches is a delicious and easy dessert that's perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and juicy filling and buttery, flaky topping, it's sure to become a family favorite in no time. Try it out for your next gathering and see for yourself!
