Fresh peaches are the star of summer juicy, sweet, and incredibly versatile. Use them in everything from smoothies and salads to cobblers and grilled sides. They pair beautifully with herbs, cheeses and creamy desserts. Whether you’re baking, blending, or snacking, fresh peaches bring sunshine to every bite!
1. Classic Fresh Peach Cobbler
The ultimate comfort dessert. Warm, bubbly, sweet peaches under a soft, golden-brown biscuit topping. It’s a timeless classic for a reason.
- How to Make It:
- For the Filling: In a baking dish, toss 5-6 cups of sliced fresh peaches with about ½ cup of sugar (adjust to your sweetness preference), 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (to thicken the juices).
- For the Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, ¼ cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 4 tablespoons of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ½ cup of milk to form a soft dough.
- Assemble & Bake: Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the peach filling. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly. Let it cool for a bit before serving warm, preferably with vanilla ice cream.
2. Simple Grilled Peaches with Honey & Yogurt
This is an incredibly elegant, easy, and relatively healthy dessert that highlights the natural sweetness of the fruit. Grilling caramelizes the sugars and makes the peaches meltingly tender.
- How to Make It:
- Cut ripe peaches in half and remove the pits.
- Brush the cut sides lightly with a neutral oil (like canola or sunflower).
- Place them cut-side down on a medium-hot grill or a grill pan.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, until you have beautiful char marks and the peaches are tender.
- Serve warm in a bowl, drizzled with honey and topped with a spoonful of creamy Greek yogurt or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. A sprinkle of cinnamon on top is also delicious.
3. Fresh Peach & Tomato Salsa
This is a vibrant, refreshing, and savory take on peaches. The combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy is perfect as a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or simply served with chips.
- How to Make It:
- Finely dice 2-3 ripe but firm peaches, 1 large ripe tomato, and half a red onion. For heat, finely mince a chili pepper (like a jalapeño).
- In a bowl, combine the diced peaches, tomato, onion, and chili.
- Add a large handful of fresh, chopped cilantro and the juice of one lime.
- Season with a pinch of salt and mix gently.
- Let it sit for about 20-30 minutes before serving to allow all the flavors to meld together.
Classic Fresh Peach Cobbler
- Total Time: 1 Hour 10 Minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
The ultimate summer comfort dessert. This classic cobbler features a luscious, bubbly filling of sweet, fresh peaches baked under a tender, golden-brown biscuit-style topping. It’s simple to make and tastes best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Peach Filling:
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced (about 2.5 lbs or 1.2 kg)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (adjust based on peach sweetness)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- For the Biscuit Topping:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 6 tbsp (85g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- ¾ cup milk (whole or 2%)
- Optional: 1 tbsp coarse sugar (like turbinado or demerara) for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the Peach Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, ¾ cup of sugar, ¼ cup of flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss gently until the peaches are evenly coated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the peach mixture into an 8×8 inch or 9×9 inch square baking dish (or a 2-quart casserole dish) and spread it into an even layer.
- Make the Topping: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 ½ cups of flour, ½ cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pea-sized pieces of butter still visible.
- Form the Dough: Pour in the milk and stir with a fork just until a soft, slightly shaggy dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Drop large spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the peach filling. It’s okay to leave some space between them, as the dough will spread and the filling will bubble up.
- Bake: For a crunchy top, sprinkle the dough with coarse sugar, if using. Place the baking dish on a foil-lined baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake for 35-45 minutes, until the filling is hot and bubbly and the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 20-30 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set up properly. Serve warm.
Notes
- Peeling Peaches: The easiest way to peel peaches is to blanch them. Score an ‘X’ on the bottom of each peach, drop them in boiling water for 30-60 seconds, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water. The skins will slide right off.
- Don’t Overmix: To ensure a tender, fluffy biscuit topping, mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can make it tough.
- Serving Suggestion: This cobbler is fantastic on its own but is elevated to another level with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 25 Minutes
- Cook Time: 45 Minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 67 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
