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Crispy Cast Iron Peach Cobbler Recipe with Brown Sugar Biscuit Crust

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A nostalgic and comforting peach cobbler baked in a cast iron skillet with a crispy brown sugar biscuit crust and juicy cinnamon-lemon peach filling. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 medium fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or frozen peaches, thawed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a 9 to 10-inch cast iron skillet inside to heat.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss peeled and sliced peaches with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
  5. Add 3/4 cup whole milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (if using). Stir gently just until combined; dough will be sticky.
  6. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Spread the peach filling evenly into the skillet, including juices.
  7. Drop biscuit dough in generous spoonfuls over the peaches; dough will not cover the entire surface.
  8. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until biscuit crust is golden brown and crisp and peach filling is bubbling.
  9. Let the cobbler rest for 10 minutes before serving to thicken the juices.

Notes

Use cold butter for a flaky crust and do not overmix the dough to avoid toughness. Preheat the cast iron skillet for at least 10 minutes to achieve a crispy crust. Drain excess peach juice if peaches are very juicy to prevent soggy crust. Let the cobbler rest after baking to thicken juices. For gluten-free or vegan versions, substitute flour and milk accordingly.

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