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

Peach cobbler is a classic Southern dessert that is loved for its sweet, gooey filling and buttery, golden crust. It is the perfect way to showcase the ripe, juicy peaches of summer and is a wonderful treat to enjoy at any time of year. With its simple preparation and comforting flavors, peach cobbler is a great dish to make for family gatherings, potlucks, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 3 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 2 ½ cups white sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups boiling water

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 (10x10-inch) dish

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x10-inch baking dish.
  • Stir together peaches, 1 1/2 cups sugar, and cinnamon in a medium bowl until well combined; set aside.
  • Beat together remaining 1 cup sugar and shortening in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl; add to shortening mixture alternately with milk, mixing after each addition until just combined. Pour biscuit batter into the prepared baking dish; top with peach mixture. Drop butter in boiling water and pour all over peaches.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    672 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 376mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 113g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 88g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 133mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 117mg