Description
This rustic Nectarine Cobbler is the ultimate summer dessert—jammy, juicy fruit tucked under a tender, golden biscuit topping. With no need to peel the nectarines and just a handful of pantry staples, it’s a simple yet spectacular treat perfect for weeknights, family gatherings, or summer parties. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or enjoy leftovers with morning coffee.
Ingredients
For the Nectarine Filling:
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6 medium ripe nectarines (about 2 pounds), sliced into ½-inch wedges
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
For the Cobbler Topping:
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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1½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
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¾ cup buttermilk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (or granulated), for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and butter a 9-inch baking dish, 8×8 square pan, or cast iron skillet.
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Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine nectarines, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir gently to coat and set aside.
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Make the Topping: In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fingertips until crumbly. Add buttermilk and vanilla; stir until just combined (dough will be sticky).
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Assemble: Pour nectarine mixture into prepared dish. Drop spoonfuls of topping over fruit, leaving some gaps. Sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
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Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes or until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
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Cool & Serve: Let rest 15–20 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream
Notes
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No buttermilk? Add 2 teaspoons lemon juice or vinegar to regular milk and let sit 5 minutes.
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For underripe nectarines, slice thinner, macerate longer, and use 1 extra tablespoon sugar.
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Add a rimmed baking sheet under the dish to catch bubbling overflow.
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Try variations like adding berries, almond extract, or crystallized ginger (see blog post for ideas!).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of cobbler
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
Keywords: nectarine cobbler, summer cobbler, easy fruit dessert, rustic cobbler, biscuit topping