Description
This Southern Peach Cobbler features fresh, ripe peaches bursting with natural sweetness, combined with warm spices and topped with a tender, flaky plant-based crust. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat, it balances fruity flavors and comforting textures in every delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (natural)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for variation)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, chilled
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Preparing the Peaches: Peel and slice fresh peaches into even pieces. Toss them gently with brown sugar (natural), ground cinnamon (natural), ground nutmeg (natural), lemon juice, and the natural gelling agent. Let this mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the juices to release.
- Making the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the chilled plant-based butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in almond milk, apple cider vinegar (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Assembling the Cobbler: Pour the peach filling into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly. Spoon dollops of the crust dough over the peaches, leaving some gaps so the fruit juices can bubble through during baking.
- Baking to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving to allow the filling to set and intensify in flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches that are slightly soft and fragrant for the best flavor and juiciness.
- Do not overmix the crust to maintain a tender and flaky texture.
- Allow the peach mixture to rest before adding the crust to release natural juices.
- Start checking the cobbler at 35 minutes to prevent over-baking as oven temperatures vary.
- Serve warm for the best taste and aroma.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Southern Peach Cobbler, Plant-Based Dessert, Fruit Cobbler, Gluten-Free Cobbler, Vegan Peach Cobbler, Easy Peach Dessert
