Description
Southern Peach Cobbler is a comforting and plant-based dessert featuring juicy ripe peaches with a tender, golden crust. Sweetened naturally and thickened with a natural gelling agent, this classic Southern treat offers a perfect balance of texture and vibrant flavor, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 4 cups fresh ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
Cobbler Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond/oat flour for gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, cold and cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup almond milk (plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peach Filling: Peel and slice fresh peaches. In a bowl, gently toss the peaches with sugar, ground cinnamon, lemon juice, and natural gelling agent. Let this sit while preparing the topping to allow the juices to blend and thicken during baking.
- Make the Cobbler Topping: In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the plant-based butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly. Slowly add almond milk and vanilla extract, stirring gently just until a soft dough forms.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the peach filling into a buttered baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping over the peach mixture unevenly to create a rustic crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let It Rest: Remove from the oven and allow the cobbler to cool for 15-20 minutes to let the filling set and the flavors meld.
Notes
- Choose ripe, fragrant peaches for the best flavor and juiciness.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the topping tender and flaky.
- Measure the natural gelling agent carefully for perfect thickening without a rubbery texture.
- Check the cobbler a few minutes before baking time ends to prevent burning the crust.
- Serve slightly warm to enhance flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Southern Peach Cobbler, plant-based cobbler, peach dessert, gluten free cobbler, vegan peach cobbler
