Gilded Age Peach Cobbler

This simple yet elegant cobbler was popular in upper class homes during the late 1800s. The sweet peach filling and fluffy biscuit topping makes a delightful dessert perfect for entertaining Gilded Age guests. Enjoy a taste of history!

Course desserts

Cuisine American

Keyword Christmas Desserts, Gilded Age, peaches

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Servings Servings

Calories 396kcal

Author downtonabbeycooks

Equipment

1 baking dish
1 pastry cutter

Ingredients

5 Large fresh peaches peeled, pitted and sliced into wedges
1/2 Cup sugar
2 Tbsp. water
1/2 Tsp. ground cinnamon
1 Cup all-purpose flour
2 Tsp. baking powder
1/4 Tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. cold butter cut into small pieces
1/3 cup milk

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
In a saucepan, combine the peach slices, sugar, water and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches begin to release their juices. Pour into prepared baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until combined.
Drop large spoonfuls of the flour mixture over the peaches, spacing evenly apart.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until the biscuits are puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool at least 15 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with lightly sweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

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