For serving:
– Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized baking pan.
2. Prepare the peach filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Stir gently until the peaches are evenly coated with the sugar mixture. Set aside and let the peaches macerate for about 15 minutes.
3. Make the crust: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add the boiling water: Pour the boiling water into the flour and butter mixture. Stir with a fork until the dough comes together and forms a soft batter-like consistency.
5. Assemble the cobbler: Pour the peach filling into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Dollop spoonfuls of the batter on top of the peaches, leaving some gaps for the filling to peek through. The batter will spread as it bakes.
6. Bake the cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.
7. Serve: Remove the peach cobbler from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Enjoy the sweet and comforting flavors of homemade peach cobbler! It’s a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion or gathering.
