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Easy Skillet Peach Cobbler Recipe with Creamy Vanilla Bean Biscuit Topping

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A comforting and simple summer dessert featuring juicy peaches baked under a creamy vanilla bean biscuit topping, cooked in a skillet for a rustic and delicious treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 medium fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 2 pounds)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed (85g)
  • 3/4 cup whole milk (180ml)
  • Seeds from 1 vanilla bean pod (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract as substitute)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peaches: Peel and slice 4-5 medium peaches into 1/2-inch thick slices. Toss them in a bowl with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Stir gently to coat. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Make the Biscuit Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 6 tablespoons cold, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter remaining. Scrape seeds from 1 vanilla bean pod and mix into 3/4 cup whole milk. Pour milk mixture into flour mixture and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Assemble in the Skillet: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour peach mixture into a 10-inch cast iron skillet, spreading evenly. Dollop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over peaches, leaving gaps for steam to escape.
  4. Bake: Place skillet in oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until biscuit topping is golden brown and peach filling is bubbling. Biscuit topping should spring back lightly to the touch and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let cobbler cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture. Keep butter cold for flaky biscuit topping. Do not overmix biscuit dough to avoid toughness. If biscuit browns too quickly, cover skillet loosely with foil halfway through baking. Fresh vanilla bean seeds add superior flavor compared to vanilla extract. Can substitute gluten-free flour and dairy-free milk/butter for dietary adaptations.

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