Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the South with this Best Peach Cobbler Recipe in a Cast Iron Skillet. A classic dessert that marries sweet peaches with a buttery biscuit topping, this cobbler is best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling:
- 6 cups fresh or frozen sliced peaches (peeled if fresh)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Skillet: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 10- to 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat, combine peaches, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook until soft.
- Prepare Batter: In a bowl, mix flour, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk. Pour melted butter over peaches, then spoon batter on top.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden. Let cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream.
Notes
- If using frozen peaches, thaw and drain before using.
- You can substitute canned peaches (drained) in a pinch.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle raw sugar on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
