Southern Nectarine Cobbler

A warm, rustic dessert featuring sweet, juicy nectarines baked under a simple, buttery biscuit topping, perfect served with vanilla ice cream.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Southern

Calories: 420

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Nectarine Filling

6 cups fresh nectarines pitted and sliced about 1/4 inch thick
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the Biscuit Topping

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar for sprinkling

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced nectarines with 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Prepare the topping: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the milk to the flour mixture and stir just until a soft, shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix. Drop the dough by spoonfuls evenly over the nectarine filling, leaving small gaps for heat to penetrate.
Sprinkle the top of the biscuit topping evenly with 1 tablespoon of turbinado sugar for extra crunch. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Best served warm with vanilla bean ice cream or fresh whipped cream.

Notes

If fresh nectarines are unavailable, freestone peaches can be substituted. For a richer flavor, substitute 2 tablespoons of the milk with heavy cream in the topping mixture.