Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Southern Cast Iron Skillet Peach Cobbler, a warm and comforting dessert perfect for any gathering. This easy-to-make treat features ripe peaches caramelized with brown sugar, topped with a buttery biscuit-like crust that bakes to golden perfection. The rustic charm of a cast-iron skillet not only enhances the flavor but also makes for an impressive presentation at your table. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this peach cobbler can be enjoyed warm on its own or accompanied by ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh mint for an extra touch. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7–8 firm but ripe peaches (about 6 cups of slices)
- 1/4 cup fruit juice
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons butter
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- Cinnamon sugar (for the topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice peaches and place them in a cast-iron skillet.
- Pour fruit juice over peaches and sprinkle with sugars, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Cook on medium heat until syrupy.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Mix in milk and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter over the peach filling and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg