Bourbon-Peach Cobbler with Local Honey Drizzle

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Warm, buttery peach cobbler with a crisp top, featuring locally sourced peaches and a hint of bourbon, served with a drizzle of wildflower honey. This southern-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers peeled and sliced peaches, all-purpose flour, cold and cubed butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.2 (9 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 45 min Serves 8 Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss sliced peaches with cornstarch and 1/4 cup sugar in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Step 3: Press half of the crumble mixture evenly over the peaches in the baking dish.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 25 minutes until peaches are bubbly around the edges.
  5. Step 5: While baking, whisk bourbon, vanilla, and 2 tbsp honey in a small bowl.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle remaining crumble mixture over peaches, then pour bourbon-honey mixture evenly over the top.
  7. Step 7: Bake an additional 20 minutes until golden brown and bubbling vigorously.
  8. Step 8: Let cool for 15 minutes before serving with extra honey drizzle.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bourbon-Peach Cobbler with Local Honey Drizzle take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (30 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Bourbon-Peach Cobbler with Local Honey Drizzle?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon-Peach Cobbler with Local Honey Drizzle?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bourbon-Peach Cobbler with Local Honey Drizzle for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bourbon-Peach Cobbler with Local Honey Drizzle?

Southern desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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