Tennessee Peach Pudding: A Southern Comfort Classic
Oh friends, I cannot tell you how much joy this recipe brings me! Tennessee Peach Pudding is one of those homey, heartwarming desserts that instantly fills the kitchen with the sweetest aroma and the soul with comfort. Fresh peaches, tender batter, a caramelized topping—what’s not to love? Every bite is like sunshine in dessert form.
If you’re a peach lover (and who isn’t?), this one’s for you. 🍑 And if you’d like to make sure you never miss another cozy dessert like this, don’t forget to subscribe to my email list—I’ll send recipes straight to your inbox so you’re always ready to bake up something special.
Why You’ll Love This Peach Pudding
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Bursting with Fresh Flavor: Juicy peaches sweetened just right with cinnamon.
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Comforting Texture: Soft cake-like base with a golden, pudding-style topping.
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Versatile Dessert: Perfect warm from the oven with ice cream, but just as dreamy the next day.
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Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples plus fresh fruit—no fancy fuss!
The taste? Imagine peach cobbler meets sticky toffee pudding. Sweet, buttery, fruity, with a slightly caramelized finish. Anything but boring!!
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Peach Layer:
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4 cups fresh peaches, sliced (about 5–6 medium peaches)
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Batter:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¾ cup milk
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Topping:
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 cup boiling water
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Tools You’ll Need
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9×13 inch baking dish
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Mixing bowls
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Whisk & spatula
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Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredient Swaps & Additions
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Fruit: Try nectarines or plums if peaches aren’t in season.
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Spice: A pinch of nutmeg adds a warm twist.
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Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or almonds on top before baking.

