Description

This Southern Peach Cobbler recipe features fresh ripe peaches enhanced with maple syrup, aromatic basil, and warm spices, all topped with a tender, golden-brown biscuit-like crust. Baked to perfection, this cobbler offers a delightful combination of sweet and herbaceous flavors, making it a classic dessert perfect for summer or any time fresh peaches are in season.

Ingredients

Peach Basil Filling

2 ¼ pounds ripe peaches, peeled and thinly sliced (about 5 to 6 peaches)
⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
2 tablespoons arrowroot starch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons finely diced fresh basil

Cobbler Topping

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup non-dairy milk or regular milk (room temperature)
¼ cup coconut oil or butter (melted)

Sugar Cinnamon Topping (Optional)

2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon cinnamon

For Serving (Optional)

Fresh basil (diced)
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Make the peach basil filling: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Rub the inside of a casserole dish with coconut oil or butter to prevent sticking. Peel and thinly slice the peaches. In a large bowl, gently toss together the sliced peaches, maple syrup or honey, arrowroot starch, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and finely diced fresh basil until well combined.
Transfer filling to casserole dish: Spread the peach mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish, ensuring a flat layer for the topping.
Make the cobbler topping: In a separate large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the room-temperature milk and melted coconut oil or butter to the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until all ingredients are combined; do not overmix to keep the topping tender.
Arrange the topping over the filling: Drop spoonfuls of the batter in clusters evenly over the peach filling. Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to slightly flatten and spread the topping to cover the peaches more uniformly.
Prepare sugar cinnamon topping: In a small bowl, mix together sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Sprinkle this sugar spice mixture evenly over the cobbler topping to add extra sweetness and warmth.
Bake the cobbler: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 45 minutes. Bake until the topping is golden brown, the fruit filling bubbles along the edges, and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean.
Rest before serving: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This allows the filling to thicken and makes it easier to serve.
Serve: Garnish with additional fresh diced basil. Optionally, serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a richer dessert experience.

Notes

Peel peaches easily by blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then cooling in ice water.
Arrowroot starch helps thicken the fruit filling without clouding the color.
Adjust sweetness by choosing between honey or maple syrup and controlling topping sugar.
For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy milk and coconut oil.
Letting the cobbler rest is key for setting the filling before slicing.
Fresh basil adds a unique savory balance to the sweetness of the peaches.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern American