1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. It's important to get that oven hot so your cobbler bakes evenly. While it heats up, grab a 9 X 13-inch baking dish and prepare it by spreading 1 tablespoon of soft butter to coat the insides. This will help prevent sticking and add flavor.
2. Now it's time to prepare the peaches. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Carefully add a few of the peaches to the pot, but don't crowd them. Boil them for about 30 to 45 seconds until the skin softens. This will make peeling much easier. Once done, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a cutting board.
3. Allow the peaches to cool until they are manageable. Then, gently rub off the skin, or use a paring knife to peel them. Slice the peaches in half, remove the pit, and cut them into ¼-inch slices. This will give you those lovely fruit pieces in your cobbler.
4. Layer the sliced peaches in the prepared baking dish. Toss them with the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg for that delicious flavor combination. Bake this mixture in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. This step helps to release the juices of the peaches, creating a lovely base.
5. While the peaches are baking, it’s time to make the dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, egg, melted butter, baking powder, and salt. Use a fork or whisk to mix until it resembles cookie dough. This texture is ideal for dropping onto the peaches.
6. Once the peaches are done baking, pull them out of the oven. Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the top of the hot peaches, gently spreading it to cover as much as possible. This crust will form as it bakes.
7. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 35 to 40 minutes. You’re looking for a cobbler that is bubbly, with a golden and crisped top. The aroma will be intoxicating, and you’ll know it’s ready when the crust looks perfectly cooked through.
8. Once done, let it cool for a bit before you serve. You can enjoy the Peach Cobbler warm or at room temperature. It pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
9. If you have leftovers, refrigerate them for up to 3 days. The flavors meld beautifully over time!
