Classic Biscuit-Topped Peach Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients (15)

• 2 pounds (about 8 medium) firm but ripe summer peaches, pitted and cut into roughly 3/4-inch cubes (about 5 1/2 cups; see note)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh juice from 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional; see note)
• 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch
• Pinch kosher salt
• Generous pinch freshly grated nutmeg (optional; see note)
• 2 drops almond extract (optional; see note)
• 5 1/4 ounces (1 cup) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (4 ounces), divided
• 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• Ice cream or whipped cream, for serving