Peach Cobbler Recipe With Pie Crust And Fresh Peaches
Introduction
Peach cobbler is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This delicious dessert is made with fresh peaches and a flaky pie crust that is sure to impress your guests. In this article, we will be sharing an easy peach cobbler recipe that you can make at home with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
For the peach filling, you will need:
- 6-7 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the pie crust, you will need:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. To make the peach filling, combine the sliced peaches, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a large bowl.
3. Mix everything together until the peaches are coated in the sugar mixture.
4. Set the peach filling aside and start making the pie crust.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
6. Add the cold unsalted butter to the bowl and use a pastry blender or your hands to mix the butter into the flour until the mixture is crumbly.
7. Add the ice water to the bowl and mix until the dough comes together.
8. Divide the dough in half and roll out one half on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick.
9. Place the rolled-out dough in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
10. Pour the peach filling into the dish.
11. Roll out the other half of the dough on a floured surface and cut it into strips.
12. Arrange the strips on top of the peach filling in a lattice pattern.
13. Bake the peach cobbler for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
14. Let the peach cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Variations
There are many variations of peach cobbler that you can try. Here are a few ideas:
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of the warm peach cobbler for an extra special treat.
- Use a combination of peaches and other summer fruits like blueberries or raspberries.
- Add chopped nuts to the pie crust for some extra crunch.
- Sprinkle some brown sugar on top of the lattice crust before baking for added sweetness.
Conclusion
This peach cobbler recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. It's perfect for any occasion and can be customized to your liking. So go ahead and give it a try, and don't forget to share it with your friends and family!
