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Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler with Shortcake Biscuit Crust – homey and comforting just like mom used to make!
With summer peaches still available at our local Farmers Market, I knew it was a good time to share an old fashioned peach cobbler recipe like my Mom used to make. She often used this shortcake dough for various cobblers spooned over a simple combination of fresh seasonal fruit, sugar, butter, water, cornstarch and a little cinnamon. The shortcake crust rises like a biscuit soaking up the peach syrup and juice as it bakes.
This peach cobbler recipe can be adapted to all your favorite stone fruits, or berries.
Adjust the sugar up or down, if desired, to match the sweet or tart flavors of the fruit you’re using in your peach cobbler. You can also add lemon juice to the fruit to keep the color fresh and to add a little zing, but I don’t recommend it if using a cast iron skillet. The acidity in the lemon juice can cause some of the iron to leach into the food and while that is not a harmful process, I find the taste to be less than desirable.
If using a casserole dish, or stainless skillet, the taste will not be affected negatively by adding a little lemon juice. Start with 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice and check the taste. All fruits are not created equal with fresh, ripe, juicy, quality fruit being the key to a great seasonal dessert.
Easy to cobble together, the shortcake crust is the perfect topping for syrupy peaches.
By dropping dollops the shortcake dough on top of the fruit, the hot peach syrup is able to bubble up between each biscuit. The top of each shortcake bakes up crispy with a light sugary crust, and the bottom is sweet and moist. This peach cobbler absolutely tastes like home!
Cobblers have been around forever, since the American Colonies were under British rule.
I’ve always be told that cobblers were named for the quick and easy method of “cobbling” the ingredients together. Others have said that cobblers were named such because they resemble cobblestone streets. Perhaps it’s both!
Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream this peach cobbler is homey and comforting, and just like mom used to make … heavenly!
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Peach Cobbler
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Yield: 6
Course: Dessert
Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler with Shortcake Biscuit Crust - just like mom used to make!
Ingredients
For the fruit:
- 4 cups peaches peeled and thick sliced (and any juice) about 7-8 peaches
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
For the shortcake biscuits:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoon cold unsalted butter cut in small pieces
- ½ cup milk plus extra to brush on top
- 1 tablespoon coarse or granulated sugar for topping
Instructions
To prepare the fruit:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease an 8 or 9-inch cast iron skillet or similar sized baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan stir together the sugar and cornstarch. Slowly whisk in the boiling water. Heat over medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Boil one minute stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and add the peaches, butter and cinnamon. Stir gently to combine but do not break down the peaches. Pour the peaches into the cast iron skillet or baking dish. Set aside.
To prepare the shortcake dough:
- In a medium mixing bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add the butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender, cut-in the butter until it resembles a coarse meal. Add the milk and stir gently with a rubber spatula just until incorporated.
- Using a scoop or serving spoon, dollop pieces of the shortcake dough randomly on top of the peaches. Brush each “shortcake” with milk or cream, then sprinkle each with coarse sugar if desired. Allow the cobbler to rest for 10-15 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cobbler is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling and syrupy. Serve warm with ice cream.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 545IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1mg
Here are a few more of our favorite cobbler recipes – sweet and savory!
Tomato Cobbler – it’s hard to come up with enough superlatives to describe this wonderful, delicious, slightly sweet, savory, rich and absolutely delightful Tomato Cobbler direct from our garden to table!
Easy Plum Cobbler – sliced fresh plums topped with a sweet crumbled dough, cobbled together for a quick and easy dessert featuring these delicious, juicy fruits.
Black Raspberry Cobbler ~ A classic dessert cobbled together in a flash – substitute blackberries or blueberries as desired. Make the most of your summer berries!
If you’re still looking for a few more great peach recipes check out this lovely Peach Lemonade from The Cookie Rookie. I’m so thirsty now! One of the best ways to enjoy summer peaches is simply in Ripe Peach Popsicles from The View from Great Island. And finally, if you’re looking for a super easy treat, try this Blueberry Peach Dump Cake from Crazy for Crust.
Happy Monday campers! The morning commute will change tomorrow as our area children head back to school. The summer flew by – probably faster for the school age kids. I can’t say I’m sorry to see it go. It was way too hot and dry. Bring on the fall colors, comfort foods and sweaters. I’m ready! Have a great week and thanks so much for stopping by!
updated June 2018
LIsa Riedl says
You can never go wrong with a dessert like this!
Tricia Buice says
My thought exactly Lisa – thanks!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
This is honestly my favorite dessert to eat in the summer. SO GOOD!
Tricia Buice says
It’s hard to beat! Thanks Lori
Noble Pig says
Such a classic, delicious dessert right out of my childhood.
Tricia Buice says
I have fond memories too.
Asmita says
This looks heavenly!
Stella B's Kitchen says
Fabulous pictures! This looks incredibly delicious! I'm with you…so over summer with the heat and I cannot wait for all the wonderful things fall brings us!! Have a great week:)
Angie's Recipes says
Tricia, this looks heavenly with caramel and ice cream! Mouthwatering clicks.
Amy (Savory Moments) says
This cobbler looks so delicious! I'm drooling right now. I can't get enough peaches lately!
Gerry @Foodness Gracious says
Wow, this is totally my comfort dessert, Id rather have this than some pudding anyday!<br />Great recipe..
The Slow Roasted Italian says
Tricia, this cobbler sounds divine. Mary hooked me on the recipe she uses long before we ever blogged, its a lot like this one and is AMAZING! I love cobbler, can I get a to go bag please? YUM!
Susan says
Yes, please!
Sue/the view from great island says
Wow, this looks spectacular, the juices are so thick and I love the way you describe them bubbling up through that crust…drool…
The Café Sucré Farine says
Oh my goodness, you have me totally convinced to make this today! It looks heavenly! I love simple, yummy recipes that you can whip up in a hurry. Bookmarked!
Mary says
Your cobbler looks heavenly. Peach cobbler is one of my favorite desserts in the world and we make ours almost exactly the same way. I would love to be eating this for breakfast this morning!<br />
Tricia @ saving room for dessert says
That's your caramel recipe! I could eat THAT for breakfast. So buttery and rich. Very nice :)<br /><br />http://barefeetinthekitchen.blogspot.com/2012/07/homemade-caramel-sauce.html
Mary says
Thanks, Tricia. I came by to tell you I finally replied to your bacon question on today's post. Sorry, I totally spaced it when I saw it last week. Then I was distracted by your new design. Your site looks FANTASTIC! I absolutely love it!