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Easy Campfire Dutch Oven Peach Cobbler Recipe with Biscuit Topping Perfect for Camping

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A simple and delicious peach cobbler baked in a Dutch oven over a campfire, featuring a juicy peach filling and a golden biscuit topping. Perfect for camping and outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 600g)
  • Canned peaches in juice (optional, drain slightly if used)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g) or self-rising flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter (85g), cubed
  • ¾ cup milk or buttermilk (180ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your campfire or charcoal to create a bed of hot embers with medium heat, letting the fire burn down for about 30-45 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine sliced peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, fresh lemon juice, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until peaches are evenly coated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in milk or buttermilk and vanilla extract (if using). Stir just until combined; batter will be thick and slightly sticky.
  5. Lightly grease the Dutch oven or spray with cooking spray. Pour in the peach filling and spread evenly.
  6. Dollop the biscuit batter over the peaches, covering as much surface as possible.
  7. Place the Dutch oven over a bed of hot coals and place hot coals on the lid (about 20-25 on top and 15-20 underneath). Close the lid carefully.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes. After 30 minutes, check by lifting the lid quickly. The biscuit topping should be golden brown and peach juices bubbling.
  9. If topping browns too fast, remove some coals from the lid.
  10. Carefully remove the Dutch oven with mitts and let the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Control the heat by managing coals to avoid burning the biscuit topping or undercooking the filling. Rotate the Dutch oven every 15 minutes for even baking. Use cold butter for flaky biscuits and avoid overmixing the batter. If using canned peaches, drain excess liquid but keep some juice for moisture. Let the cobbler cool before serving to thicken the filling. For gluten-free or dairy-free versions, substitute flour and dairy accordingly.

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