Description
This Sourdough Peach Cobbler combines a tangy, flaky sourdough crust with juicy, sweet fresh peaches for a comforting and elegant dessert. Featuring plant-based ingredients and natural flavors, it is perfect for any season and suitable for gluten-free adaptations, making it a favorite treat for family dinners or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 4 cups fresh ripe but firm peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup natural brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon natural ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Sourdough Crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon natural baking powder
- 1/4 cup natural brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chilled plant-based butter
- 1/2 cup active sourdough starter
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare Your Peaches: Wash, peel, and slice the fresh peaches into uniform wedges. In a bowl, gently combine the peaches with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and natural gelling agent. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to release juices and develop flavors.
- Make the Sourdough Crust: In a large bowl, mix flour with baking powder, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in the chilled plant-based butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the sourdough starter and plant-based milk. Add apple cider vinegar to activate the leavening. Knead lightly until a soft dough forms.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Lightly grease a baking dish. Press two-thirds of the dough evenly across the bottom. Pour the peach filling evenly over the crust, spreading the juices to distribute well. Crumble remaining dough on top for a rustic, flaky topping.
- Bake the Cobbler: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the assembled cobbler for 40 to 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for at least 10 minutes for the filling to set. Serve warm with a scoop of plant-based vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped coconut cream, if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid a mushy filling and ensure beautiful slices.
- Chill the plant-based butter before use to create a flakier crust.
- Handle the dough gently and avoid overworking to keep the crust tender.
- Allow the peach mixture to macerate to meld the flavors and release juices.
- Watch the oven closely toward the end of baking to prevent over-browning.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sourdough, peach cobbler, plant-based dessert, fruit cobbler, gluten-free dessert, summer dessert
