Description
This Southern Peach Cobbler features juicy ripe peaches and a flaky, tender plant-based crust infused with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. Made from simple pantry staples and enriched with natural flavors, it offers a perfectly sweetened, comforting dessert that celebrates the essence of summer. Ideal for gatherings and cozy moments, it pairs beautifully with plant-based vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce (natural).
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 4 cups fresh ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (natural)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp natural gelling agent
Plant-Based Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp cold plant-based butter
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Peach Filling: Peel and slice fresh peaches. Toss them gently with sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and the natural gelling agent. Let the mixture rest for about 15 minutes so the flavors meld and the filling thickens slightly.
- Make the Plant-Based Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold plant-based butter with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add plant-based milk gradually and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Transfer the peach filling to a lightly buttered baking dish. Dollop spoonfuls of the crust dough evenly on top, spreading gently but leaving some gaps to allow peaches to peek through during baking.
- Bake Until Golden: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cobbler for 40 to 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling hot and delicious.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the filling set and makes slicing easier and cleaner.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid excess liquid in the filling.
- Do not completely cover the peaches with the crust dough; leaving gaps helps keep the crust crisp.
- Adjust sugar amount depending on the sweetness of your peaches.
- Look for bubbling filling and golden crust as signs the cobbler is done.
- Cooling before serving allows the filling to set perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of cobbler)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: southern peach cobbler, plant-based cobbler, peach dessert, vegan peach cobbler, gluten-free dessert, summer desserts
