When you find amazing produce, your job is half-done. Peaches are are best enjoyed at the height of their summer freshness, and a classic peach cobbler is a perfect way to showcase their delicate flavors while keeping the fruits’ integrity. Top with fresh whipped cream or ice cream and enjoy!
Peach Cobbler
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds peaches sliced
- Honey
- Cornstarch
- Herbs & Spices as desired
- 4 ounces all purpose flour
- 2 ounces sugar
- 1 ounce brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 ounces butter or lard cold
- 3 ounces heavy cream
Instructions
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Toss peaches with honey, cornstarch, and herbs or spices.
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Spread this fruit layer evenly in a 9" pie pan.
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Blend together the dry ingredients and butter until course and sawdust-like.
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Finish with cream and mix until a fluffy dough forms.
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Tear into small pieces and drop onto the fruit layer.
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Bake at 370F until the dough is golden brown and the fruit has a gelled consistency, around 25 minutes.
Recipe Notes
I toss peaches with cinnamon & ginger for a traditional flavor, or add tea, lavender, or licorice for variety.
2 thoughts on “Classic Peach Cobbler”
I did this recipe, but I incorporated blackberries and fresh basil from the garden. it was awesome. While not the classic dish, the twist on it was quite tasty,.
Sounds great! Love the incorporation of basil.