Southern Bourbon Peach Delight
Experience the warm, comforting flavors of the South with this Southern Bourbon Peach Delight. This delectable dessert features ripe, juicy peaches infused with a hint of bourbon, creating a sweet and slightly tangy filling that perfectly complements fluffy, buttery dumplings. The golden, flaky topping combines beautifully with the bubbling peach mixture underneath, resulting in a dish that's both inviting and indulgent. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat that brings together family and friends around the table.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Peaches
8 (peeled and sliced, about 6 to 8 cups)
Bourbon
1/4 cup (none)
Sugar
3/4 cup (plus more for dusting)
Cornstarch
2 tablespoons (none)
Ground Cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
All-Purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups (none)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons (none)
Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Cold Unsalted Butter
16 tablespoons (cut into pieces)
Heavy Cream
3/4 cup (plus more for brushing)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with bourbon, 1/4 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Gently toss everything together until the peaches are well-coated and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
3
In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut 12 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter into small pieces and add it to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse bread crumbs.
4
Pour in the heavy cream and mix carefully until the dough comes together. Ensure not to overmix; the dough should feel slightly sticky but manageable.
5
In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add the prepared peach mixture and cook gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the fruit to heat through and release its juices.
6
Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough over the warm peach mixture, leaving gaps as the dumplings will expand while baking. Brush the top of the dumplings with a little heavy cream and sprinkle with additional sugar for a delightful crunch.
7
Place the skillet on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the peaches are bubbling. Enjoy warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Bourbon Peach Delight?
It is a warm, comforting Southern dessert featuring juicy peaches infused with bourbon and topped with fluffy, buttery dumplings.
How many peaches are required for this recipe?
You will need 8 peaches, which equals approximately 6 to 8 cups when sliced.
How should the peaches be prepared?
The peaches should be peeled and sliced before being combined with other filling ingredients.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
What ingredients are used to coat the peaches?
The peaches are tossed with bourbon, 1/4 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and ground cinnamon.
How much bourbon is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of bourbon to infuse the peaches.
What is the purpose of cornstarch in the peach mixture?
Cornstarch acts as a thickening agent for the juices released by the peaches during cooking.
What dry ingredients are needed for the dumpling dough?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
How much butter is required for the entire recipe?
A total of 16 tablespoons (one cup) of cold unsalted butter is needed.
How is the butter divided in the recipe?
12 tablespoons are cut into the flour for the dough, and 4 tablespoons are melted in the skillet for the peaches.
What is the secret to making the dumpling dough flaky?
Using cold butter and cutting it into the flour until it resembles coarse bread crumbs ensures a flaky texture.
How much heavy cream is used?
3/4 cup of heavy cream is used for the dough, plus a little extra for brushing the tops.
What is the correct way to mix the dumpling dough?
Mix the heavy cream in carefully until the dough just comes together, making sure not to overmix.
What type of cookware is recommended for this dish?
A 10-inch cast iron skillet is recommended for both cooking the peaches and baking the dessert.
How long should the peaches cook on the stovetop?
Gently cook the peach mixture in the skillet for about 5 minutes until they release their juices.
How do you add the dough to the peaches?
Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough over the warm peach mixture.
Why should I leave gaps between the dough spoonfuls?
Gaps are necessary because the dumplings will expand in size while baking.
What provides the crunch on top of the dumplings?
Brushing the tops with heavy cream and sprinkling them with additional sugar before baking creates a delightful crunch.
How long does the Southern Bourbon Peach Delight bake?
It should bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know when the dessert is done?
It is ready when the dumplings are golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling.
What is the best way to serve this dessert?
It is best enjoyed warm, ideally with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Can I use salted butter?
The recipe calls for unsalted butter; if you use salted, you may want to reduce the additional kosher salt.
Why place the skillet on a baking sheet?
Placing it on a baking sheet helps catch any drips from the bubbling peach mixture during baking.
What type of salt is recommended?
The recipe specifically recommends using kosher salt.
Can the bourbon be omitted?
While the bourbon provides a signature flavor, you can omit it or replace it with a splash of vanilla extract if preferred.
Is the dough supposed to be sticky?
Yes, the dough should feel slightly sticky but still manageable when you drop it into the skillet.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish is sweet, slightly tangy from the peaches, and has warm notes from the cinnamon and bourbon.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, peach cobbler, southern dessert, bourbon, fruit cobbler, vanilla ice cream, and comfort food.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
Is this a good recipe for entertaining?
Yes, it is described as an inviting treat that brings together family and friends around the table.