Grandma's Southern Peach Delight
Indulge in the sweet, sun-kissed flavors of summer with Grandma's Southern Peach Delight, a perfect blend of tender, juicy peaches and warm spices that create a heavenly filling for your pie or cobbler. This recipe, inspired by my grandmother's cherished traditions, features a luscious peach filling layered between a flaky crust and a beautiful lattice topping. The addition of cinnamon and nutmeg enhances the natural sweetness of the peaches, while the butter creates a rich, golden crust that is simply irresistible. Ideal for family gatherings or special occasions, this dessert is sure to delight your taste buds and evoke fond memories of sweet moments spent in the kitchen.
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sliced peaches
8 cups (Large commercial size can in syrup, drained)
Sugar
1 1/2 cups (Granulated)
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon (Ground)
Nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (Ground)
Dry tapioca
6 tablespoons (Uncooked)
Butter
1/2 cup (Cut into tablespoon portions)
Cinnamon sugar mixture
2 tablespoons (Mix to taste (25% cinnamon, 75% sugar recommended))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F.
2
Drain the sliced peaches, ensuring to reserve 1 cup of the syrup for later use.
3
In a large saucepan, combine the drained peaches, reserved syrup, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and tapioca. Stir gently to coat the peaches evenly.
4
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, then allow it to boil for one minute.
5
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the peach mixture cool down slightly.
6
While the mixture cools, prepare a 9x13 inch pan by lining it with your favorite pie crust.
7
Roll out the additional dough to create a lattice topping for the cobbler. Set aside.
8
Once the peach mixture has cooled, pour it into the prepared crust-lined pan.
9
Dot the top of the peach mixture evenly with the sliced butter portions.
10
Place the lattice topping over the filling, crimping the edges to seal the pie properly.
11
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the crust to add a delightful touch of sweetness and color.
12
Bake the pie uncovered in the preheated oven at 450°F for 10 minutes.
13
After 10 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 400°F and continue baking for an additional 60 minutes or until the pie is beautifully golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grandmas Southern Peach Delight?
Grandmas Southern Peach Delight is a traditional southern dessert featuring juicy peaches, warm spices, and a flaky lattice crust.
What are the key ingredients for the peach filling?
The key ingredients include sliced peaches, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, dry tapioca, butter, and a cinnamon sugar mixture.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to provide approximately 8 servings.
What kind of peaches are recommended?
The recipe suggests using large commercial size canned sliced peaches in syrup.
How many cups of sliced peaches are required?
You will need 8 cups of drained sliced peaches for this recipe.
Should the peaches be drained before use?
Yes, the peaches should be drained, but you must reserve a portion of the syrup.
Is any of the peach syrup used in the recipe?
Yes, you should reserve exactly 1 cup of the peach syrup to combine with the filling.
What is the initial oven preheat temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much granulated sugar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of granulated sugar.
Which spices provide the warm flavor in this delight?
Ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg are used to enhance the natural sweetness of the peaches.
What role does dry tapioca play in the recipe?
6 tablespoons of uncooked dry tapioca are used as a thickening agent for the peach filling.
How long should the peach mixture boil?
The peach and syrup mixture should be brought to a boil and allowed to cook for one minute.
Should the peach mixture be cooled before assembly?
Yes, after boiling, the saucepan should be removed from the heat to let the mixture cool slightly.
What size baking pan is best for this recipe?
A 9x13 inch pan is the recommended size for this peach delight.
How should the bottom of the pan be prepared?
The 9x13 inch pan should be lined with your favorite pie crust dough.
What type of crust goes on top of the peaches?
This recipe uses a rolled-out dough to create a decorative lattice topping.
How much butter is added to the filling?
You will need 1/2 cup of butter for this recipe.
How should the butter be prepared for the recipe?
The butter should be cut into tablespoon-sized portions before being added.
When is the butter added to the dish?
The butter portions are dotted evenly over the peach mixture after it is poured into the crust-lined pan.
How do you seal the peach delight?
Seal the pie by crimping the edges of the lattice topping to the bottom crust.
What is used to garnish the lattice topping?
A cinnamon sugar mixture is sprinkled over the crust before baking for extra sweetness and color.
What is the suggested ratio for the cinnamon sugar mixture?
A mixture of 25 percent cinnamon and 75 percent sugar is recommended for the topping.
What is the first baking stage temperature?
The first stage of baking occurs at 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long is the first baking stage?
The pie is baked at the initial high temperature of 450 degrees for 10 minutes.
What is the second baking stage temperature?
After the initial bake, the temperature should be reduced to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long is the second baking stage?
The second baking stage lasts for approximately 60 minutes.
How do you know the pie is finished baking?
The pie is done when the crust is beautifully golden brown.
Is this recipe classified as a pie or a cobbler?
While categorized as a pie, it features a 9x13 pan and lattice top similar to a cobbler style.
What is the total baking time?
The total baking time is approximately 70 minutes.
What is the ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients required to make the peach filling and topping.