Healthier Southern Peach Cobbler

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced peaches, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Ensure the peaches are evenly coated with the mixture. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour the peach mixture into a 2-quart baking dish. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to allow the peaches to start softening and release their juices. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the peaches are baking, prepare the topping: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Add the chilled butter pieces to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. The butter should be in small, distinct pieces for the best texture. (7 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the boiling water until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly shaggy. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Remove the peaches from the oven. Drop spoonfuls of the flour mixture evenly over the peaches, covering as much of the surface as possible. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the entire cobbler topping. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Return the cobbler to the oven and bake until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly, about 30 minutes. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving to allow the filling to thicken. (15 minutes)