How to Make Fresh Peach Cobbler II - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like biting into a juicy, ripe peach on a hot summer day. The sweet and tangy flavor of a fresh peach is truly irresistible, especially when it's baked into a delicious cobbler. If you're looking for a simple and satisfying dessert to make with all those fresh peaches from the farmers' market or your backyard tree, then this recipe for Fresh Peach Cobbler II is just what you need.

With a buttery biscuit-like topping and a decadent peach filling, this cobbler is t...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups sliced fresh peaches
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup shortening
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 - 8x8 inch dish

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x8 inch square baking dish.
  • Place sliced peaches in prepared baking dish. Mix together 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and almond extract. Place in oven while preparing shortcake (heating peaches first helps prevent dough from getting soggy).
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk and egg; stir just until flour is moistened. Spread over hot peaches. Sprinkle top with remaining sugar.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until top is golden brown.
  • Nutrition

    306 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 289mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 34g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 101mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 76mg