A delightful summer dessert straight from the Rio Linda peach orchards
This peach cobbler offers a unique twist on the classic dessert. Instead of the traditional biscuit or pie crust, the fruit is layered on top of a tender, cake-like batter. The addition of browned butter imparts a nutty, caramelized flavor, while buttermilk provides a delightful tang. Enjoy this warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds fresh peaches, pitted and sliced (peeling optional) or 6 cups frozen peach slices
- ½ cup packed dark brown sugar
- 2-3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1½ cups buttermilk
- ½ to 1 teaspoon of your favorite flavoring (like nutmeg, cinnamon, or vanilla)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Peaches: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a cast-iron skillet or nonstick pan over medium heat, combine peaches, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer until sugar melts and liquid thickens slightly (2-4 minutes). Set aside in a bowl. Add more lemon juice if needed for a brighter flavor.
- Brown the Butter: In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and smells nutty (2-4 minutes). Reserve the brown butter in the pan.
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pour in buttermilk and flavoring. Mix just until combined.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Scrape the batter onto the brown butter in the pan. Scatter peach slices and their juices on top. Sprinkle with additional sugar, if desired.
- Bake: Bake until golden brown on top (50-60 minutes). Let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make peach cobbler!
