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Place two cups sliced and sweetened fresh peaches, or drained canned peaches in well buttered baking dish
Sift together one heaping cup flour, two teaspoons baking powder, one-half teaspoon salt, two-thirds cup sugar
Add one cup milk with one well beaten egg
Add three tablespoons melted butter
Beat well
Pour over peaches
Bake in hot oven one-half hour or until done
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
This cobbler-style dessert relies on a self-layering batter that creates contrasting textures during baking. The high ratio of liquid to flour produces a thin batter that seeps around the fruit, while the baking powder generates carbon dioxide bubbles that lift portions of the batter above the peaches. The melted butter, added after the dry and wet ingredients are combined, coats flour proteins to create a tender crumb rather than tough gluten strands. As it bakes, the fruit releases juice that creates a sauce layer beneath a golden, cake-like topping.
The dry ingredients can be sifted together and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. The peaches can be sliced and sweetened up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated, though they will release more liquid the longer they sit.
Store leftovers covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The texture will soften as the batter absorbs fruit juices. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 15-20 minutes. Best served warm with cream or ice cream.
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The dry ingredients can be sifted together and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. The peaches can be sliced and sweetened up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated, though they will release more liquid the longer they sit.
Store leftovers covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The texture will soften as the batter absorbs fruit juices. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 15-20 minutes. Best served warm with cream or ice cream.