Keys Tropical Crisp Peach Cobbler (Large-Group Recipe)

This crisp peach cobbler offers the perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors with a crispy, golden-brown topping. The fruit filling is juicy and bursting with fresh peach flavor, while the topping is perfectly crisp and buttery. This recipe, scaled for large groups, is perfect for summer gatherings and can easily be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 

Ingredients: 

1. 12 large fresh peaches, pitted and cut into eighths 

2. 2 lemons, zested and juiced 

3. Crumble:  

4. 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 

5. 2 ½ cups white sugar 

6. 2 ½ cups self-rising flour 

7. 1 cup rolled oats 

8. 1 ¼ cups whole milk 

9. Glaze:  

10. ½ cup white sugar 

11. 4 tablespoons cold water, or as needed to wet topping sugar 

    
    

Directions: 

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a baking sheet on the rack under the middle rack to catch any drips. Generously butter a 2-quart baking dish. 

2. Place peach sections into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice and zest. 

3. Stir together butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until creamy, about 4-5 minutes. Add oats and flour and stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in milk and stir until the batter is thick and spreadable. 

4. Drop batter by spoonfuls on top of the peaches. Spread evenly. Sprinkle ½ cup sugar over the batter and spritz with water to moisten the sugar. 

5. Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling, about 45 minutes. Let cool for 30 minutes before serving. 

Suggestions for Customization and Variations: 

Use a variety of stone fruits like peaches, plums, or nectarines for a unique twist. 

Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crumble topping for added spice. 

If you prefer a sweeter fruit filling, consider adding a small amount of honey or maple syrup to the peaches. 

For a more decadent treat, serve this cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. 

To make it a bit more crunchy, try adding chopped nuts like pecans or almonds to the crumble topping. 

This crisp peach cobbler is a simple yet flavorful dessert that will quickly become a family favorite. The balance of sweet peaches and crispy topping is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!