Easy Fresh Peach Cobbler

Prep Time:20

Cook Time:50

Total Time:1 10

Servings: servings

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch baking dish.
Prepare the Peaches: Peel, pit, and slice fresh peaches. To peel, fill a large bowl with ice water and bring a pot of water to a boil. Score an along the side of each peach, blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds until the skin near the slice loosens, then transfer to the ice bath for 1-2 minutes. Peel off skins starting at the slice with your fingers or a paring knife, then slice and pit.
Make the Filling: In a large bowl, mix peaches with sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Add water to help the cornstarch dissolve. Stir until evenly combined. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it out.
Make the Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add cold butter cubes and cut them in with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk or buttermilk and vanilla until just combined—the batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
Place the Topping: Drop spoonfuls of the topping over the peach filling, spreading it slightly but leaving gaps for peaches to be seen.
Bake: Bake for 40-50 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Serve: Let the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes to set. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for pure bliss.

Adjusting Sweetness: Taste a peach slice before adding sugar. If your peaches are super sweet, reduce the sugar to 1/2 cup (100 g) for a more balanced flavor.
Precise Measurements: Use a kitchen scale for accuracy, especially for the flour. If measuring by volume, spoon flour into the cup and level it off.
Make-Ahead: Prep the filling and topping separately and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Assemble and bake when ready.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes that fresh-baked warmth and texture.