Description
This Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream is a classic American dessert featuring sweet, tender peaches baked under a golden, fluffy biscuit topping. The warm cobbler paired with creamy vanilla ice cream creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for summer gatherings or comforting year-round treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Peach Filling
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or thawed frozen peaches)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup milk
For Serving
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s fully heated for baking the cobbler.
- Prepare the peach filling: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with 3/4 cup granulated sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Stir well to evenly coat the peaches with the mixture. Pour this filling into a 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Make the cobbler topping: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and milk, stirring until you have a smooth batter without lumps.
- Assemble the cobbler: Pour the batter evenly over the peach filling in the baking dish. Use a spatula to gently spread it if necessary, but it is fine if some peaches peek through.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The topping should turn golden brown while the filling becomes bubbly.
- Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving warm. Spoon portions onto plates and top each serving with scoops of vanilla ice cream for a delightful finish.
Notes
- Canned peaches (drained) can be used as a substitute if fresh or frozen peaches are unavailable.
- Add a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom to the filling mixture to introduce a unique flavor twist.
- This dessert is best served warm to fully enjoy the contrast of hot peaches and cold ice cream.
