Magic Cobbler (Peach or Blackberry)
Published: Friday, June 27, 2025
3 c. canned sliced peaches in juice, drained or use fresh or frozen peaches*
½ c. butter, softened
¾ c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
½ c. milk
1 c. all-purpose flour
1/8 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
Crispy topping:
1/3 c. sugar
½ tsp. cinnamon
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
¼ c. boiling water
Preheat oven to 375°. Spray a 8x8" baking pan with nonstick spray. Drain the sliced peaches and arrange them in the bottom of the baking pan. In a large bowl or mixer, cream the butter with ¾ cup sugar. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Add the milk, flour, salt and baking powder to the sugar/butter mixture. Mix until creamy. Spread batter over the peaches and smooth.
In a separate bowl, mix 1/3 cup sugar and cinnamon with the cornstarch. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the batter. Pour boiling water over the sugar mixture making sure to cover all of the sugar with the water. (This is where the magic happens and what makes the crispy topping.)
Bake for 40-45 minutes. If cobbler starts to brown too quickly cover with a sheet of aluminum foil and continue baking. Cool slightly before serving.
*Notes: Fresh or frozen peaches can be substituted for canned peaches. About 4 fresh peaches is equal to 3 cups. If using a glass baking pan lower the temperature to 350°.
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