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Cozy Brown Sugar Skillet Peach Cobbler Recipe With Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

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A quick and easy peach cobbler made in a cast iron skillet with a rich brown sugar topping, served warm with vanilla bean ice cream. Perfect for cozy nights and last-minute desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches (about 5–6 medium peaches)
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%, room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Vanilla bean ice cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and slice about 4 cups of fresh peaches. Toss them in a bowl with 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Let them sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the batter is thick but pourable.
  5. Pour the peaches and their juices into a 10-12 inch cast iron skillet, spreading evenly.
  6. Dollop spoonfuls of the batter over the peaches; it does not need to cover completely.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and peach juices are bubbly. Tent with foil after 25 minutes if topping browns too quickly.
  8. Let the cobbler cool slightly for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
  9. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top.

Notes

If peaches are very juicy, add 1 tablespoon cornstarch when tossing with sugar to avoid soggy base. Score an X on peach bottoms and blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds then ice water to peel easily. Do not overmix batter to keep topping tender. Can substitute almond or oat flour and non-dairy milk for gluten-free version. A 9×9 inch baking dish can be used if no skillet is available, adjusting baking time as needed.

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