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Introducing the peach cobbler of my aspirations! This delectable dessert showcases warm, bubbling peaches crowned with a golden cobbler crust that’s rugged at the edges and soft within. Prepare this recipe from mid-to-late summer when fresh peaches are at their finest.
This straightforward peach cobbler recipe is sweet but not overly so, allowing the magnificent peach flavor to take center stage. The filling is enhanced with honey, while the topping is subtly sweetened with citrusy sugar—both contributing delightful complementary notes that elevate this cobbler to a special treat. The recipe is incomplete without a dash of vanilla extract, cinnamon, and yogurt for a light, buttermilk-like flavor.
The rich topping consists of almond flour, which provides a tender texture and a hint of almond flavor that pairs beautifully with ripe peaches. I attempted this cobbler using regular all-purpose flour but found it much preferable with almond flour. Thanks to almond flour, this recipe is gluten-free, whether you require it to be or not!
How to Create the Ultimate Peach Cobbler
You’ll discover the complete recipe below. Here’s a quick overview of the method and its effectiveness:
1. Combine the filling ingredients directly in your baking dish to avoid using another dish. Bake the filling for approximately 20 minutes while preparing the topping. With this two-phase baking method, you’ll achieve a bubbling, condensed peach filling topped with a perfectly golden crust. Baking it all together will cause the topping to brown too much before the filling is ready (I know because I gave it a try).
2. The topping is assembled in a few easy steps. Mix the sugar and lemon zest in a small bowl, using your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar (this takes around 20 seconds and enhances the lemon flavor). We’ll grate cold butter into the flour for a biscuit-like consistency. Finally, whisk an egg with yogurt before incorporating it into the flour for even distribution.
3. Spoon generous dollops of topping over the bubbling filling, and bake until the topping reaches a light golden hue. Enjoy your cobbler with vanilla ice cream or [whipped cream](https://cookieandkate.com/best-whipped-cream-recipe/). Leftovers are delightful the next day alongside Greek yogurt for breakfast!
Peach Recommendations
The only tricky aspect of this recipe is sourcing excellent peaches. Hold off on making it until you can find a surplus of ripe or nearly-ripe fresh peaches.
Selecting and Storing Peaches
Seek medium-to-large peaches that are aromatic, free of blemishes, and slightly yield to a gentle squeeze. Handle them with care to prevent bruising.
If your peaches aren’t quite ripe yet, keep them at room temperature until they are (you can accelerate their ripening by placing them in a paper bag, but give each peach some space to prevent molding).
If your peaches are already ripe and you can’t bake the cobbler immediately, refrigerate them to keep them fresh for an additional day or two.
How to Peel Peaches
Peeling the peaches isn’t necessary if you don’t mind some texture in your dessert (I was fine with it, but my husband preferred otherwise).
If you choose to peel the peaches, lightly score an “x” about two inches wide at the bottom of each peach, carefully dunk them into a large pot of boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then transfer them into an ice bath. Remove the skin starting at the cuts on the bottom, and it should come off easily in strips.
How to Cut Your Peaches
Cut your peaches into one-inch cubes rather than long strips. This yields ideal bites that won’t turn to mush. This is a useful tip I learned from [Sally](https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/fresh-peach-cobbler/)—thanks, Sally!
More Peach Delights
Maximize your ripe summer [peaches](https://cookieandkate.com/tag/peaches/) with these delightful peachy creations:
This is my inaugural cobbler recipe on the blog, and it’s certainly not my last. I’ve long considered myself a [crisp](https://cookieandkate.com/category/food-recipes/dessert/crisps/) enthusiast, but now that I’ve unlocked the secrets to perfect cobblers, I can’t stop experimenting with various fruity flavors. Why not?
Please share how your cobbler turns out in the comments! I truly enjoy hearing from you.
Peach Cobbler with Almond Topping
This peach cobbler recipe showcases bubbling ripe peaches beneath a beautifully golden topping. The topping consists of almond flour, which adds wonderful flavor and ensures the recipe is gluten-free. Recipe yields about 9 generous servings.