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Easy Fresh Peach Cobbler Recipe with Fluffy Buttermilk Biscuit Topping Perfect for Summer

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A quick and easy peach cobbler featuring juicy fresh peaches and a fluffy buttermilk biscuit topping, perfect for summer gatherings and cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 5–6 ripe fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 4 cups)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and diced
  • ½ cup buttermilk, cold (or ½ cup milk plus 1 teaspoon vinegar as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing on top)
  • Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Prep the peaches by scoring an X at the bottom, blanching in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunging into ice water to peel easily. Slice peaches into ½-inch thick wedges and place in a large bowl.
  2. Add ½ cup sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg to the peaches. Toss gently to coat and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 3 tablespoons sugar. Add cold diced butter and cut into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  5. Pour in ½ cup cold buttermilk and gently stir until just combined. Dough should be sticky but hold together; add more buttermilk if too dry.
  6. Pour peach mixture with juices into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Dollop or gently spread biscuit dough over peaches in uneven patches.
  8. Brush biscuit topping with 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle coarse sugar if using.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes until biscuit topping is puffed and golden brown and peach filling is bubbly. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.
  10. Let cobbler cool for about 15 minutes before serving to allow juices to thicken.

Notes

Keep butter cold for flaky biscuit topping. Don’t overmix biscuit dough to avoid toughness. Adjust sugar based on peach sweetness. Let cobbler rest after baking to prevent juice runoff. For a glossier filling, add a tablespoon of peach preserves before baking. Can substitute peaches with nectarines or plums. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and almond milk with lemon juice.

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Keywords: peach cobbler, summer dessert, buttermilk biscuit topping, easy cobbler, fresh peaches, comfort food

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