Grandma’s Peach Cobbler Pie

Grandma’s Peach Cobbler Pie is a delicious dessert that combines the sweet and juicy flavors of ripe peaches with the comforting, buttery crust of a pie, topped with a golden, biscuit-like cobbler topping. Here’s a simple recipe you can follow to make this delightful treat:

Ingredients:

• For the Pie:
  • 4-5 cups fresh or frozen peaches (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on the sweetness of your peaches)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or flour, for thickening)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• For the Cobbler Topping:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Peach Filling:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir well to coat the peaches evenly.
   • Pour the peach mixture into the prepared pie crust. Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
2. Make the Cobbler Topping:
   • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
   • Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Pour in the milk (or cream) and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined. The dough will be slightly thick and lumpy.
3. Assemble the Pie:
   • Spoon dollops of the cobbler topping over the peach filling. It’s okay if some of the peaches are visible, as the topping will spread while baking.
4. Bake the Pie:
   • Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the cobbler topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
   • If the crust edges brown too quickly, you can cover them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
5. Cool and Serve:
   • Let the pie cool for about 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set.
   • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Grandma’s Peach Cobbler Pie! It’s perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy evenings at home.