5cupsfresh peachespitted and sliced (about 8 large peaches)
1/4cupgranulated sugar
Cobbler Topping
1 1/2cupsall purpose flour
1cupgranulated sugar
2 1/2teaspoonsbaking powder
3/4teaspoonkosher salt
1/2cupunsalted buttercold
Instructions
PREPARE: the peaches. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. In a separate large bowl, prepare an ice bath with ice and cold water.
BLANCH: 4 peaches at a time. Add to boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to the ice bath. Let cool for a few minutes.
PEEL: the peaches. Cut a small slit at the bottom of each peach and pull the skins away. Repeat with remaining peaches.
SLICE: the peeled peaches into wedges. Add to a large bowl with ¼ cup granulated sugar and TOSS to coat.
TRANSFER: peaches and juices into a 6 quart slow cooker coated with cooking spray.
MIX: the cobbler topping. In a large bowl, stir together 1 ½ cups flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder, and ¾ teaspoon kosher salt.
SPRINKLE: the topping evenly over the peaches in the slow cooker.
TOP: with butter. Cut ½ cup cold unsalted butter into thin slices (½ tablespoon each or smaller) and distribute evenly over the topping.
COVER: the slow cooker with a paper towel under the lid to catch condensation.
COOK: on high for 2 to 3 hours, or on low for 4 hours, until peaches are soft and the topping is golden and cooked through.
SERVE: warm with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Make Ahead: Peel and slice peaches up to 1 day ahead. Refrigerate with a squeeze of lemon to prevent browning.Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.Reheat: Warm portions in the microwave or reheat the full cobbler in the slow cooker on low.Freezing: Not recommended once assembled, but sliced peaches may be frozen for later use.