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Best Cast Iron Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler (Easy Recipe)

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This cast iron brown sugar peach cobbler features a crispy, caramelized biscuit topping and tender, jammy peaches. It’s an easy, foolproof dessert perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium ripe peaches (about 2 pounds), peeled and sliced into ½-inch wedges
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar (divided)
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for the skillet)
  • Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven to preheat.
  2. In a large bowl, gently toss sliced peaches with ½ cup brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ½ cup brown sugar (reserve ¼ cup), baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or two forks until mixture resembles coarse meal with pea-sized butter pieces. Make a well, add buttermilk and vanilla, and stir just until combined (dough will be shaggy and sticky).
  4. Carefully remove hot skillet from oven. Add 2 tablespoons butter and swirl to melt and coat the bottom. Pour peach mixture into skillet (it should sizzle). Drop spoonfuls of biscuit topping over peaches. Sprinkle reserved ¼ cup brown sugar on top.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling. If topping browns too quickly, tent with foil for last 10 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes.
  6. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and garnish with mint if desired.

Notes

For best results, preheat the skillet to ensure a crispy bottom. Keep butter cold for flaky topping. Do not overmix the dough. Let cobbler rest before serving to allow juices to thicken. For a dairy-free version, use cold coconut oil and oat milk with lemon juice. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.

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