Ingredients:
For the Peach Filling:
– 6 large ripe peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6 cups)
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Biscuit Topping:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of lemon juice)
– 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
– 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized ovenproof dish.
2. Prepare the Peach Filling:
– In a large bowl, combine the peach slices, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Toss everything until the peaches are equally covered.
– Transfer the peach mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
3. Make the Biscuit Topping:
– In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
– Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
– Add the buttermilk and whisk until just blended. The dough will be slightly sticky but manageable.
4. Assemble the Cobbler:
– Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the peach filling, spacing them out slightly to allow for expansion during baking.
– Brush the tops of the biscuits with the melted butter and sprinkle with turbinado sugar for added crunch (optional).
5. Bake:
– Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through, and the peach filling is bubbling.
6. Serve:
– Allow the cobbler to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm, with the option of topping with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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This Peach Drop Biscuit Cobbler is the perfect summer dessert, combining sweet, spiced peaches with tender biscuits. Enjoy!