Southern Peach Cobbler (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Cobbler

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 cups granulated sugar, divided
04 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
05 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 cup milk
07 - 4 cups fresh peach slices
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - Ground cinnamon (optional)

→ For Serving (Optional)

10 - Ice cream or whipped cream

# Instructions:

01 - Heat your oven to 375 degrees.
02 - Put the butter in a 13x9 inch baking dish and place it in the oven until the butter melts - about 5 minutes. Take it out and set it aside.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup of the sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk just until the dry ingredients are moistened - don't overmix. Pour this batter right over the melted butter in the baking dish. Don't stir it together - just leave it as separate layers.
04 - In another large bowl, mix the remaining 1 cup of sugar with the peach slices and lemon juice. Toss everything together well. Pour this peach mixture over the batter in the baking dish. Again, don't stir - just let it sit in layers. If you want, sprinkle some cinnamon over the top.
05 - Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the cobbler is golden brown on top. The batter will bubble up through the fruit as it bakes - that's exactly what you want!
06 - Serve the cobbler warm or at room temperature. Top with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if you like. Enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - The batter bubbles up over the fruit as it cooks - this is called a 'bubble up' and creates that classic cobbler texture.
02 - You can use frozen peaches if fresh aren't available - just thaw and drain them first.
03 - This recipe works with any fruit - try it with blackberries, blueberries, or a mix!
04 - Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.