Peach cobbler is a wonderful and delicious dessert that can be prepared and baked easily. It is great for breakfast and leftovers can be wrapped in foil and frozen. The same peach cobbler can be reheated for another serving. This canned peach cobbler recipe is favorite of kids and adults alike.
In making peach cobbler we need the following ingredients:
1 can of sliced peaches
½ cup of butter
2 cups of flour
2 cups of milk
2 cups of white sugar
2 tsps of vanilla extract
1 tsp of cinnamon
1 tsp of nutmeg
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 F.
Pour melted butter into the 13-inch by 9-inch baking dish, set aside.
Prepare the mixture for crust and toppings by mixing the flour, sugar, and milk in a mixing bowl.
Pour ¾ crust mixture into the baking dish prepared earlier. The mixture is not consistent as regular dough, but crumbles. Press down the mixture lightly in the baking dish as preparation for the peach filling.
Lay the peaches over the crust some juice from can. Never mix them with the crust. Sprinkle the cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar over the peaches. The toppings can be varied in amount depending on the desired taste.
Add the rest of the flour/sugar/milk mixture at the top of the peaches and smoothen evenly to cover.
Place in oven and baked for 25 – 30 minutes or until the peach cobbler is nicely brown, and toothpick when inserted comes out clean.
Cut the peach cobbler into individual serving size.
Serve with ice cream.
The peach cobbler baked according to this canned peach cobbler recipe is perfect for a group. It is best as summer dessert but can be enjoyed throughout the year. With the canned peaches always available, this dessert can be made anytime.
Many people who enjoyed peach cobblers canned their own peaches for stocking. Canning is convenient and easy and you’re always ready for the next canned peach cobbler recipe. A homemade jar of peaches tastes better than those bought in stores. It uses less sugar making it a healthier option. Peaches and other fresh fruits such as plums, pears, cherries or nectarines can be canned with medium or light sugar syrup. Water, white grape juice, and apple juice can also be used for packing these fresh fruits. Canned peaches have shelf life of twelve to eighteen months. It only requires storing in cool and dark place. It can be frozen also following proper procedures.
When canning, picking the right peaches will greatly help in preserving this fruit. Typically, peaches peak from late June to July in the southern part of the U.S., and July to August in the northern part. Producers harvest their products ideally during spring as well as early summer. Peaches are very much affected by weather, and it is helpful to call farmers for advice prior to going to the farm. It is best to pick peaches when they are in season.