Fresh Apricot Cobbler

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh apricots, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine apricots, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and 2 tablespoons flour. Toss to coat the apricots evenly.
3. Spread the apricot mixture into the prepared baking dish.
4. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in buttermilk until a soft dough forms.
5. Drop dough by spoonfuls over the top of the apricot mixture. Sprinkle with sliced almonds.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Apricots are a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium.
• Cobbler is a type of deep-dish fruit pie, usually with a biscuit or cookie-like topping.
• Cobbler originated in the United Kingdom.