Chattanooga Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
Warm, sweet peach cobbler with a buttery biscuit topping, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a perfect Southern dessert. This southern-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes layers peeled and sliced (4 medium) Peaches, Granulated sugar, All-purpose flour 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 300 calories and feeds 6, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 cups, peeled and sliced (4 medium) Peaches
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup, cubed Cold unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup Milk
- For serving Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, toss 4 cups peeled and sliced peaches with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Transfer to 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In separate bowl, whisk 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cut in 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/2 cup cold milk until dough forms.
- Step 3: Drop spoonfuls of dough over peaches, covering surface completely. Dot top with 2 tbsp unsalted butter.
- Step 4: Bake for 40-45 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling bubbles around edges. Let cool 15 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic Southern dessert experience.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chattanooga Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (25 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 Chattanooga Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream?
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 Chattanooga Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream?
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 Chattanooga Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Chattanooga Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
