Southern Peach Cobbler

There is something so comforting about a warm peach cobbler bubbling away in the oven. This old-fashioned favorite is simple, cozy, and full of juicy peach flavor with a golden, tender topping.

This cobbler brings together sweet peaches, a lightly spiced filling, and a buttery crust that bakes up beautifully. It is easy enough for a weeknight dessert, yet special enough for Sunday supper or a family gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Course Dessert

Cuisine Southern

Servings 8 people

Equipment

1 Baking Dish deep

Ingredients

Peach Filling

6 cups fresh peaches peeled and sliced, or thawed frozen peaches
1 cup granulated sugar divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional

Topping

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla

Instructions

Prepare the peaches

Slice the peaches and place them in a baking dish. Toss with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg so they can release their juices and build the cobbler filling.

Mix the batter

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, milk, melted butter, and alcohol-free vanilla until smooth. The batter should be pourable and lightly thick.

Assemble the cobbler

Pour the batter over the peaches. Do not stir. As it bakes, the topping rises around the fruit and creates that classic cobbler texture.

Bake until golden

Bake until the top is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling around the edges. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving so the juices settle.

Notes

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave, or warm the whole dish in the oven at a low temperature until heated through.