½cupsugardivided (more depending on sweetness of fruit)
1stick8 tblsp. butter, melted
1 ½cupsall-purpose flour
2 ¼tsp.baking powder
½tsp.salt
1 ¼cupsmilk
1tsp.vanilla
2tblsp. shredded fresh basil
Vanilla ice cream for serving
Additional shredded basil for garnish
Instructions
Place the peach slices and blueberries in a bowl and sprinkle with ¼ cup sugar (or more depending on how sweet the fruit is). Mix gently to distribute the sugar and allow to sit for approximately 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish or pan.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, remaining ¼ cup sugar, milk and vanilla. Whisk until well combined. Pour evenly over the melted butter but do not stir.
Stir the basil into the fruit mixture. Pour the sweetened fruit and basil mixture over the butter. Do not stir together.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until crust is brown and fruit is bubbly.
Remove from oven and allow to cool for approximately 15 minutes.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and additional basil.