In the annals of skillet desserts, few can match the luscious delectability of the Peach Betty. Sweet, floral, and jammy caramelized peaches are baked with a crumbly, cinnamon-infused topping that will delight anyone who takes even the smallest of bites. Served alongside creamy vanilla ice cream, Peach Betty is a rich and fruity treat that only takes 45 minutes to bake up! This is a Southern sensation you’ll become obsessed with snacking on and sharing!
Ingredients
For the topping:
- 4 slices thick and hearty bread, white or whole-wheat
- 5 tablespoons butter, cold and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the peach filling:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 1/2 pounds peaches, peeled and pitted, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- vanilla ice cream, optional, to taste, for serving
Directions
Step 1 -Adjust the oven rack to the middle position.
Step 2 -Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 3 -In a food processor, pulse the bread and 5 tablespoons of the cold butter until it is coarsely ground.
Step 4 -In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar with the cinnamon.
Step 5 -In a large nonstick, oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of the butter.
Step 6 -Add the peaches and cook until they are softened and begin to caramelize, about 8-12 minutes.
Step 7 -Transfer the skillet from the heat.
Step 8 -Stir in 1 cup of the bread-butter mixture, the remaining granulated sugar, the brown sugar, the lemon juice, the vanilla, and the salt.
Step 9 -Top the peach mixture with the remaining bread-butter mixture.
Step 10 -Sprinkle the bread-butter with the cinnamon-sugar.
Step 11 -Bake on the middle rack until the topping is golden-brown and the juices are bubbling, for about 20 minutes.
Step 12 -Allow the Peach Betty to cool for 20 minutes.
Step 13 -Serve with the vanilla ice cream.
