This delicious dish is a tribute to the sweet, juicy peaches that are the heart of Southern orchards. With every spoonful, you’ll savour the luscious fruit under a lightly spiced, golden-brown crust kissed by the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups sliced, peeled fresh or frozen peaches
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
- Vanilla ice cream (optional, to serve)
Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the 3 cups of sliced peaches in a greased 9-inch square baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 1/2 cup milk and mix until smooth.
Pour the batter over the peaches in the baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup packaged brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (if using) and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the dough.
Dot with 1 tablespoon of butter, then carefully pour 1 1/2 cups of water over the top.
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cake comes out clean.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
