Description
This Easy Vegan Peach Cobbler features juicy, fresh peaches baked under a soft, golden, buttery-style biscuit topping made without any dairy or eggs. This comforting summer dessert is perfect served warm with vegan vanilla ice cream, delivering a deliciously sweet and tender treat that satisfies any craving for fruit desserts in a wholesome, plant-based way.
Ingredients
For the Peach Filling
- 6 cups fresh peaches, sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cobbler Topping
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and prepare for baking the cobbler.
- Mix Peach Filling: In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, granulated sugar, cornstarch, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly mixed to coat the peaches well.
- Transfer Filling: Pour and spread this peach mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to create the base layer of your cobbler.
- Combine Dry Ingredients for Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Cut in Vegan Butter: Add the cold, cubed vegan butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs—this creates a crumbly texture necessary for the biscuit topping.
- Add Milk and Vanilla: Stir in the unsweetened plant-based milk and vanilla extract until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the topping’s light texture.
- Top the Peaches: Drop spoonfuls of the dough evenly over the peach filling, covering the surface but not pressing down firmly.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 40–50 minutes until the peach filling is bubbly and the topping turns a lovely golden brown.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the cobbler to cool for 10–15 minutes after baking to let the filling set slightly and make serving easier.
- Serve: Serve warm, optionally pairing with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and flavor in your cobbler.
- Frozen peaches are acceptable but should be thawed and well drained before use to prevent excess moisture.
- For added warmth in flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or ground ginger to the peach filling.
- Place a baking sheet under the baking dish to catch any bubbling filling that might overflow during baking.
- This cobbler is best enjoyed warm on the day it is baked for optimal freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
