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Cozy Skillet Peach Cobbler Recipe with Creamy Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

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A quick and easy summer dessert featuring bubbling peaches in a cast iron skillet topped with a rustic golden crust, served with creamy vanilla bean ice cream.

Ingredients

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  • 5–6 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85g), cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (120ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • About 2 cups vanilla bean ice cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Peel (optional) and slice 5-6 medium peaches into roughly 1/2-inch thick slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon to the peaches. Toss gently to coat all slices evenly. Let sit for about 10 minutes to macerate.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Warm a 10-inch cast iron skillet on the stove over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add cold, cubed 6 tablespoons butter and cut into the dry ingredients until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup whole milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract just until combined; batter will be thick with some lumps.
  6. Pour the peach mixture with juices into the warm skillet and spread evenly. Spoon the batter over the peaches in dollops, spacing them out without spreading fully.
  7. Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until topping is golden brown and peach juices are bubbling. A toothpick inserted in the batter should come out clean.
  8. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Spoon portions into bowls and top with creamy vanilla bean ice cream.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid a mushy cobbler. Cold butter is key for a flaky topping. Warm the skillet before adding peaches to jumpstart bubbling and caramelization. If crust browns too fast, tent with foil. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free baking blend and use almond or coconut milk. For dairy-free, use coconut oil instead of butter and plant-based milk.

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