Vegan Southern Peach Cobbler

Get ready to indulge in a timeless Southern delight, reimagined for the plant-based kitchen! This Vegan Southern Peach Cobbler captures all the warm, comforting essence of the classic, without a single compromise on flavor or texture. We're talking about perfectly ripe, juicy peaches, simmered in a sweet, subtly spiced syrup, crowned with a golden-brown, buttery, and tender biscuit-style topping. Every spoonful delivers that quintessential taste of homemade goodness that evokes lazy summer afternoons and cherished family gatherings. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply exploring delicious plant-based desserts, this cobbler is guaranteed to become a new favorite, proving that Southern comfort food can be both compassionate and utterly irresistible.

Ingredients:

• For the Peach Filling:
• 6 cups ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• For the Biscuit Topping:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold vegan butter, cut into cubes
• 2/3 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, or oat)
• Optional: coarse sugar for topping

Instructions:

• Prepare the Peach Filling:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Mix well.
• Pour the peach mixture into a 9-inch square baking dish.

• Prepare the Biscuit Topping:

• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Cut the cold vegan butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Stir in the plant-based milk until just combined. Do not over-mix.

• Assemble and Bake:

• Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit topping over the peach filling, leaving some peaches exposed.
• Optional: sprinkle coarse sugar over the biscuit topping.
• Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.

• Cool and Serve:

• Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
• Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream or coconut whipped cream.

Tips for Success:

• Peach Ripeness:
• Use very ripe peaches for the best flavor.
• Vegan Butter:
• Use a high-quality, firm vegan butter for the biscuit topping.
• Don't Over-mix:
• Over-mixing the biscuit topping will result in tough biscuits.
• Variations:
• You can add a dash of nutmeg or a splash of vanilla extract to the peach filling for extra flavor.

Enjoy your delicious vegan Southern-style peach cobbler!