Description
This gluten-free peach cobbler is a delightful and comforting dessert perfect for showcasing fresh summer peaches or canned peaches. It features a sweet, spiced peach filling topped with a tender, biscuit-like gluten-free topping that bakes to a golden brown. The recipe is easy to prepare, naturally gluten-free, and pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Peach Filling
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (or 2 cans of peaches in light syrup, drained)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Cobbler Topping
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (make sure it contains xanthan gum)
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar (or regular sugar)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Peach Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the peeled, sliced peaches with granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cornstarch if using. Toss everything until the peaches are evenly coated, then transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Combine Dry Ingredients for Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt. This forms the dry base for your cobbler topping.
- Incorporate Butter: Add the cold cubed unsalted butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, which creates a tender, crumbly texture when baked.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the almond milk and vanilla extract just until the dough comes together. The dough will be thick but spoonable.
- Assemble Cobbler: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit topping evenly over the peach filling in the baking dish, leaving some of the peaches visible for a rustic look.
- Bake the Cobbler: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Bake until the topping turns golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling and thickened.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving, which helps it set up for clean slices. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh peaches with canned peaches drained of their syrup for convenience.
- Ensure your gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum for the best texture.
- The cornstarch is optional but helps thicken the peach filling to prevent sogginess.
- Use cold butter to achieve a crumbly, biscuit-like topping texture.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based butter and milk alternatives like almond milk.
- Let the cobbler cool a bit before serving to avoid burning and to let the filling thicken.
