Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler
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Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler
Description
This recipe begins by browning butter to a nutty amber color before mixing it with thinly sliced peaches, brown sugar, vanilla, and optional bourbon, creating a warm and flavorful fruit filling. The peaches are baked initially to release juices and meld flavors. The topping consists of flour, finely chopped pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, melted butter, and milk, forming a soft batter that is dolloped over the peach mixture and gently spread. A cinnamon sugar blend is sprinkled on top before returning the cobbler to the oven to bake until the topping is golden and set.
The finished cobbler balances sweet, tender peaches beneath a crisp yet moist topping with the crunch of pecans and a hint of warm spices. The optional bourbon adds depth to the flavor but can be omitted without affecting structural integrity. Using salted butter in both filling and topping is recommended for seasoning, or salt can be added if using unsalted butter.
This dessert pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and is a seasonal choice for showcasing ripe peaches. Milk of any fat content can be used in the topping batter without issue.
For best results, use peaches that are ripe but still firm to avoid mushiness, and do not peel them before using. Nutrition estimates are approximate.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1/4 cup butter
- 8 cups peach thinly sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar divided, packed
- 1 tablespoon bourbon optional
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup pecans finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup milk
Cinnamon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 F.
- To make the filling, add the 1/4 cup butter to a 12-inch oven-safe skillet set over medium-low heat.
- Brown the butter, stirring often, until it's a rich amber color and smells nutty about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from the heat.
- Stir in the peach slices, 1/2 cup brown sugar, bourbon, using, and vanilla.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven to 375 F.
- While the peaches are baking, stir the flour, pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, and
- Meanwhile, prepare the topping.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, and remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar.
- Stir in the 1/2 cup melted butter and the milk.
- Mix until just combined.
- Remove the peaches from the oven and dollop batter over the peaches, gently spreading as needed.
- Stir the sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the batter.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden on top.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes.
Notes
- Salted butter is used in both filling and topping; if using unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt to each.
- Do not peel peaches; select ripe but firm peaches to maintain texture.
- Bourbon adds flavor but can be omitted or replaced with bourbon flavoring.
- Milk of any fat level can be used in the topping without affecting results.
- Nutrition values provided are approximate estimates only.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 414 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 414kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 483mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 1065IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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