Lime & Spice Peach Cobbler

Total Time
Prep: 25 min. Bake: 35 min.

Updated on Feb. 15, 2022

This was my grandmother’s favorite recipe to make when they had bushels of peaches. Now I love to bake it whenever I can for my family and friends. —Mary Ann Dell of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

buttermilk

To substitute for each cup of buttermilk, use 1 Tbsp. white vinegar or lemon juice plus enough milk to measure 1 cup. Stir, then let stand 5 min. Or, use 1 cup plain yogurt or 1-3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar plus 1 cup milk.
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Lime & Spice Peach Cobbler

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Yield: 8 servings
Prep: 25 min
Cook: 35 min

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 8 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (about 5 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • topping:
    • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
    • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 1 cup cake flour
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 2 tablespoons cold water
    • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
    • 1 large egg yolk
    • 2 tablespoons buttermilk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°. Mix first six ingredients; toss with peaches and lime juice. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  2. For topping, beat butter and sugars until blended. Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; beat into butter mixture. Beat in water just until crumbly. Stir in pecans; crumble over filling.
  3. Whisk together egg yolk and buttermilk; brush carefully over crumb mixture. Bake until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 35-40 minutes. Serve warm.
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