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Savor the taste of summer with this brown butter bourbon peach cobbler. Made with fresh peaches, brown butter, bourbon and a spiced but not-too-sweet crisp topping.
It isn't a summer gathering unless this Brown Butter Bourbon Peach Cobbler is there. This dessert is the most requested dessert from my family during the summer, followed closely by my classic apple pie. Once you taste it, you'll know why it's such a hit on our farm! Peach season is simply the best around the farm. When July rolls around, my daughters and I can't wait for the season's first juicy peaches. Over the years, our family has planted a handful of different varieties so we can enjoy peaches for the last half of summer – such a treat! This homemade peach cobbler combines the sweetness of fresh peaches with the decadence of browned butter and the boldness of bourbon, making it a hit at any summer gathering.
A bowl of warm peach cobbler served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top is how I embrace summer and all its glory. I can't think of a better way to end a warm summer night! I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as our family does! This recipe calls for fresh peaches; you can easily find them at the grocery store, farmer's market or a farm stand from July through August.
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Why You'll Love this Cobbler
- Easy to Make: Despite its impressive flavor profile, this cobbler is surprisingly easy to make. It means you can feed a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen. It's an easy peach cobbler recipe, perfect for novice bakers.
- Flavor: The fresh peaches bring natural sweetness, showcasing summer's bounty. The browned butter adds a nutty, toasted flavor, upping your cobbler game. The bourbon enhances the flavor, creating depth and the spiced, crispy topping provides a delightful contrast to the juicy, bourbon-infused peaches.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Who doesn't love a good, heaping scoop of peach cobbler? It's a universally loved dessert that people of all ages can enjoy and a real summer treat. There's something genuinely satisfying about enjoying a dessert made from seasonal produce.
Peach Cobbler Ingredients
- fresh ripe peaches
- bourbon
- vanilla extract
- granulated sugar
- corn starch
- ground cinnamon,
- all-purpose flour
- brown sugar
- baking powder
- kosher salt
- Pinch of nutmeg
- unsalted butter
- heavy cream
See the printable recipe card below for exact quantities.
How to Make
Ready to bake the best bourbon peach cobbler?
- Combine fresh peaches with bourbon, vanilla, sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon.
- Prepare your spiced, sweet, and crispy topping.
- Brown your butter, add the peaches and let them heat through. Pour mixture into a casserole dish.
- Spoon your topping over the warm peaches in a baking dish.
- Bake until golden brown and bubbling, then let it cool slightly before serving.
See the printable recipe card below for exact recipe instructions.
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Cobbler FAQs
Crisps, crumbles, and cobblers are all classic, comforting dessert dishes that include fresh fruits and some baked topping. Despite the similarities, they have distinct differences based on the type of topping used.
Cobbler: A cobbler is a fruit dessert baked with a biscuit-style topping. The topping is often dropped or spooned over the fruit. The biscuit topping is generally softer and thicker than the crisp and crumble toppings.
Crisp: A crisp recipe is a baked fruit dessert topped with a mixture of flour, sugar, and butter, along with oats, nuts, or granola. This topping becomes crisp and crunchy as it bakes, providing a nice contrast to the soft, baked fruit underneath.
Crumble: Crumbles have a streusel-like topping made from flour, sugar, and butter, but unlike crisps, crumbles traditionally don't include oats or nuts. This results in a softer, more cake-like texture.
Selecting the right peach for baking can significantly enhance the flavor of your dessert. I think the best cobbler comes from using fresh peaches. Here are some of the best peaches to use for baking:
Yellow Peaches: Also known as summer peaches, they are sweet with a slight tartness and are excellent for baking due to their robust flavor. Yellow peaches maintain their shape when cooked, making them a good choice for pies, cobblers and tarts.
White Peaches: While they are slightly sweeter and less acidic than yellow peaches, white peaches can also be used for baking. However, their flavor can become somewhat muted when cooked, so they're often better suited for raw applications or lightly cooked dishes.
Freestone Peaches: This is more of a category than a specific variety. The term freestone refers to peaches with easily removed pits, which is a convenient feature for baking. Many yellow and white peaches fall into this category.
Clingstone Peaches: These peaches, where the flesh clings to the stone, are known for being incredibly juicy and having intense flavor. They can be a bit more work to prepare as the pit is harder to remove for baking, but they're an excellent choice if you're after maximum peach flavor.
Remember, the best peaches to bake with are ripe but firm. Overripe peaches can become mushy when cooked, while underripe peaches won't provide as much flavor or sweetness. Be sure to pick peaches that give slightly to gentle pressure and have a lovely, strong peach aroma for the best results in your baked goods.
This recipe calls for fresh peaches. Canned peaches would not be ideal for this recipe as they would be too mushy.
I peel the peaches for this recipe, but you can leave them on. The peach skin adds color, fiber, texture and nutrients.
You can avoid this by ensuring your peaches aren't overly ripe (and avoid using canned peaches) and by not overmixing your topping.
Cornstarch is your friend here!
For best results, let the peaches sit with sugar and cornstarch while you make the topping and brown the butter.
Yes, it can dry out and the top can get burnt, so keep an eye on it.
Give it about 20 minutes to set.
It's best to refrigerate the cobbler for food safety after it has cooled completely.
Cobbler Recipe Tips
- Don't over-mix your dough; it should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Take a few extra minutes to brown your butter; it's worth it.
- Use a baking sheet under your dish to catch any drips and avoid a smoky oven.
Peach Cobbler Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a dollop of cold vanilla ice cream and a sprig of fresh mint in you're going to be fancy!
Cobbler Storage Instructions
Store leftover cobbler covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Save summer with this delicious Peach Cobbler and as we always say around here, "everything tastes better with bourbon!" We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
If you give this recipe a try, please leave a comment below, rate the recipe, and don’t forget to tag me @homesweetfarmhome on Instagram and use the hashtag #homesweetfarmhome. I’d love to see what you come up with and share with our community. Cheers!
Recipe Card
Brown Butter Bourbon Peach Cobbler
Ingredients
- 8 cups peaches, peeled and sliced (about 8-10 peaches)
- ¼ cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, divided, plus more for dusting
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of nutmeg, optional
- 16 tablespoons cold butter
- ¾ cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 4 qt Dutch oven or baking dish with butter, set aside.
- In a large bowl add the peaches, bourbon, vanilla, ½ cup granulated sugar, cornstarch and 1 teaspoon cinnamon and mix well to coat the peaches evenly; set aside.
- Sift the flour, the remaining ¼ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking powder, kosher salt and nutmeg (optional) into a bowl.
- Cut 12 tablespoons (1 ½ sticks) of butter into small pieces; add to the flour mixture and cut it in with a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the cream and mix just until the dough comes together. Don't overwork; the dough should be slightly sticky but manageable. Set aside.
- In a skillet* over medium heat, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter stirring often, until it foams, then browns, about 5 minutes.
- Add the peaches and cook gently until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Pour peach mixture into a baking dish and drop the dough by spoonfuls over the warm peach mixture. The dough will puff up and spread out as it bakes so there can be gaps in the spoonfuls.
- Brush the top with heavy cream and sprinkle with some sugar and cinnamon; put it into the oven on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Cook for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
- Let peach cobbler cool slightly before serving. Top with cold ice cream.
Notes
* The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Karen says
You will not regret making this recipe! It's so simple and so delicious. A new summer staple for our house.