Magic Peach or Blackberry Cobbler

This Magic Peach Cobbler is a winter cobbler using canned peaches, but fresh in season peaches can also be used. This is my absolute favorite cobbler recipe!!!! Fluffy on the inside with a delicious crispy topping!!!! The secret ingredient to this crispy topping is sugar and boiling water!

When I think of the perfect summer dessert peach cobbler always comes to mind. I don't think there's anything better than the aroma of a fresh picked peach. When peaches are in season my cobbler of choice is always my favorite Buttermilk Peach Cobbler. 

 
I do have times when I'm in a pinch and I need a dessert rather quickly, so canned peaches come in very handy. Some folks turn their noses up at using canned peaches in a cobbler, but I like to use them especially in the winter months when fresh peaches are not available. 

Last week I was poking around on Pinterest and found a recipe for a peach cobbler that immediately caught my attention. It was a quick cobbler recipe called Moms Peach Cobbler. but I changed the name because it totally needs to be called Magic Peach Cobbler.

You see this cobbler has a crispy topping that is too die for. The secret ingredient to make this crispy topping is sugar and boiling water! I didn't believe it at first, but once I made the cobbler I was amazed at how awesome the topping was.

I did tweak the recipe just a bit by adding vanilla extract, 1/3 cup of sugar instead of 1/2 cup for the topping, and adding cinnamon into the sugar mixture.  Once the boiling water is poured over the sugar topping something magical starts to happens. I don't know what it is, but it makes the topping crispy and delicious. 

If you're looking for an easy dessert for your next barbecue, potluck or get together, give this magic peach cobbler a try. I just know everyone will love it. I plan on making another one tomorrow as a surprise treat when we visit family.

I have included a few step by step photos, but the full recipe is below. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 8 x 8 inch baking pan with non stick spray. If using canned peaches drain the peaches first. Arrange sliced peaches in the bottom of the baking pan.

In a large bowl or kitchen aid mixer, cream the butter with 3/4 cup sugar. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Add the milk or buttermilk, salt, baking powder and flour to the sugar butter mixture. Mix until creamy. Spread the batter over the peaches and smooth. 

In a separate bowl, mix 1/3 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon with the cornstarch. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the batter.  Pour the boiling water over the sugar mixture making sure to cover all of the sugar with the water. This is what makes the top crispy.  Bake at 375 for 40-45 minutes. 

I can't wait to try this recipe using blackberries or blueberries.

Yield: 4-6

Author: Tina Butler | Mommy's Kitchen

Magic Cobbler (Peach or Blackberry)

This Magic Peach Cobbler is a winter cobbler using canned peaches, but fresh in season peaches can also be used. This is my absolute favorite cobbler recipe!!!! Fluffy on the inside with a delicious crispy topping!!!! The secret ingredient to this crispy topping is sugar and boiling water!

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 45 MinTotal time: 1 H & 5 M

Ingredients

• 3 cups canned sliced peaches in juice, drained or use fresh or frozen peaches 
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder

Crispy Topping

• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup boiling water

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 8 x 8 inch baking pan with non stick spray. Drain the sliced peaches and arrange them in the bottom of the baking pan.
2. In a large bowl or kitchen aid mixer, cream the butter with 3/4 cup sugar. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
3. Add the milk, flour, salt and baking powder to the sugar butter mixture. Mix until creamy. Spread the batter over the peaches and smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, mix 1/3 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon with the cornstarch. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the batter.
5. Pour the boiling water over the sugar mixture making sure to cover all of the sugar with the water. This is where the magic happens and what makes the crispy topping.
6. Bake at 375 for 40-45 minutes. If cobbler starts to brown too quickly cover with a sheet of aluminum foil and continue baking.
7. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes:

Fresh or frozen peaches can be substituted for canned peaches. About 4 fresh peaches is equal to 3 cups. If using a glass baking pan lower the temperature to 350 degrees. 

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Adapted from: The Food Hussy

Blackberry Cobbler Version which 

is just as Delicious!!! 

You can also use fresh blackberries to make a Magic Blackberry Cobbler. To make a Blackberry version follow the recipe above and use 2 1/2 cups fresh blackberries in place of peaches, omit the cinnamon and continue with the recipe as directed. 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 8 x 8 inch baking pan with non stick spray. Arrange 2-3 cups fresh blackberries on the bottom of the baking pan. In a large bowl or kitchen aid mixer, cream the butter with 3/4 cup sugar. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Add the milk or buttermilk, salt, baking powder and flour to the sugar butter mixture. Mix until creamy. Spread the batter over the blackberries and smooth. 

In a separate bowl, mix 1/3 cup sugar with the cornstarch. Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the batter.  Pour 1/4 cup boiling water over the sugar mixture making sure to cover all of the sugar with the water. This is what makes the top crispy.  

Bake at 375 for 40-45 minutes. Yum fluffy on the inside and crispy on top. Cool before serving with whipped cream or ice cream. 

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