Matcha Peach Cobbler (Printable)

Tender biscuit topping with juicy peaches and earthy matcha creates a vibrant dessert fusion.

# Ingredient List:

→ Filling

01 - 6 cups peeled and sliced ripe peaches (about 5–6 medium peaches)
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Matcha Biscuit Topping

06 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
12 - 1/2 cup whole milk
13 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Garnish

14 - Vanilla ice cream or softly whipped cream

# Steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
02 - Combine sliced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla extract in a large bowl; mix well then evenly spread in a 2-quart baking dish.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
04 - Cut cold, diced butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
05 - Gently fold in milk and vanilla extract just until the dough comes together as a thick, slightly sticky mass; avoid overmixing.
06 - Spoon the matcha biscuit dough over the peach mixture, leaving small gaps to allow steam to escape during baking.
07 - Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving warm, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The earthy matcha cuts the peach sweetness in a way that feels almost savory—like you're in on a secret flavor combination.
  • Baking it fills your home with a deliciously unexpected aroma and the colors make for a truly striking dessert everyone will talk about.
02 -
  • If you overmix the biscuit topping, it turns dense instead of airy—gentle hands make all the difference.
  • Letting the cobbler cool for ten minutes is crucial; straight from the oven, the filling is molten and runny, but it thickens beautifully just as you start wondering if you have the patience.
03 -
  • A shallow, wide baking dish gets more crispy edges and caramelized peach syrup around the sides—my favorite part.
  • Letting the biscuit dough rest for just five minutes before dropping it on the peaches creates flakier layers.
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