Description
Enjoy a lighter version of the classic peach cobbler with this lower-sugar recipe! Bursting with fresh, juicy peaches and topped with a buttery biscuit crust, it’s a deliciously healthier dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
4–5 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
1/4 cup granulated sugar (or a sugar substitute of choice)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup almond flour (optional, for a gluten-free twist)
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 egg (for the biscuit topping)
1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the peach filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir gently to coat the peaches, then transfer them into the prepared baking dish.
- Make the biscuit topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour (if using), baking powder, and salt. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the milk and egg to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined into a dough (do not overmix).
- Assemble the cobbler: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the peach mixture, covering most of the peaches but leaving some visible.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and serve: Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle with maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, ensure the flour is gluten-free and use a gluten-free baking powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Cuisine: American