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Brown Butter Skillet Peach Cobbler

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A comforting and easy-to-make peach cobbler with a nutty brown butter crust, cooked in a skillet and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches (about 5–6 medium peaches) or thawed frozen peaches
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (to be browned)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup milk (whole milk preferred, 2% works too)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Vanilla bean ice cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced peaches with 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from heat.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually whisk in the browned butter and then the milk until smooth. The batter should be thick but pourable.
  6. Pour the batter evenly over the browned butter in the skillet, then gently spoon the peaches and their juices on top. Do not stir.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the batter comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the cobbler cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  9. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.

Notes

Do not skip browning the butter as it adds a rich, nutty flavor to the crust. Avoid stirring the batter and peaches together to allow the crust to rise through the fruit. If peaches are very juicy, drain excess liquid before adding to avoid soggy crust. Use a cast iron skillet for best crust texture. Let the cobbler rest after baking to thicken the juices. For gluten-free or dairy-free versions, substitute flour and milk accordingly.

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