Recipe Tip!
When picking peaches for peach cobbler, make sure to pick peaches that are ripe, but not too soft or mushy. They should be slightly firm, but not hard, and the flesh should give a little bit when pressed. If the peaches are too soft, then your filling will be mushy after it bakes. If you do prefer to peel your peaches, here’s the best method. Using a sharp knife, score each peach by marking an X across the bottom. Place the peaches in boiling water for 60 seconds. Then carefully remove them from the boiling water and quickly place them in an ice water bath. The skin on the peaches should then peel right off!
How to Store and Reheat
Peach cobbler is definitely best served the same day when the cobbler texture is perfectly crisp. However you can certainly enjoy any leftovers for up to 3-4 days. Just make sure to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven at 350°F or in the microwave until warmed through and hot.
How to Make Peach Cobbler Step by Step
Slice the Peaches: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Wash 6-7 large peaches well then slice them into wedges. Macerate the Peaches: In a large bowl add the sliced peaches, ½ cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Gently stir the peaches together and set the bowl to the side. As they sit the sugar will start to bring out the juices from the peaches. Melt the Butter: Now add 8 tablespoons of butter to a 9×13-inch baking dish and place the dish in the preheated oven to melt the butter. Whisk the Dry Ingredients: While the butter is melting, prepare the batter. In a separate large bowl, whisk together 1¼ cups of all-purpose flour, 1½ teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon until combined. Mix the Batter: In a measuring cup stir together ¾ cup of milk and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Pour the milk into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir together to combine. Pour the Batter: Now carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Pour the batter evenly over the butter and do not stir. Spoon the Peaches: Using a large spoon begin to place the peaches on top of the batter covering the entire baking dish. Make sure to get some of the juices released from the peaches as well. Bake the Cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the cobbler is golden brown and the peaches are bubbling around the edges. Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven. Allow it to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy!
