Hamdi Saidani This Easy Peach Cobbler is a simple and buttery recipe, which is made with fresh peaches and a simple batter. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about an hour.
Easy Peach Cobbler Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar, divided
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch salt
- 1 cup milk
- 4 cups peeled, pitted and thinly sliced fresh peaches (5 to 6 medium peaches)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Several dashes ground cinnamon or ground nutmeg (optional)
How To Make Easy Peach Cobbler
- Prep the oven and pan: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Pour the melted butter into a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Mix the batter: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup of the sugar, the baking powder, and the salt. Stir in the milk until just combined. Pour this batter directly over the melted butter in the baking dish, but do not stir them together.
- Cook the peaches: In a small saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, the remaining 1 cup of sugar, and the lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
- Assemble and bake: Carefully pour the hot peaches and their syrup over the batter in the baking dish. Do not stir. Sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden-brown and the batter has baked up and around the peaches.
Recipe Tips
- How to get the best texture? The most important step is not to stir the layers together. Pouring the batter over the butter and the hot peaches over the batter allows the magic to happen in the oven, creating a soft, cakey cobbler topping that bakes up through the fruit.
- Can I use frozen or canned peaches? Yes. If using frozen peaches, there’s no need to thaw them first. If using canned peaches, be sure to drain them very well and you may want to reduce the amount of sugar in the peach mixture.
- How do I know when the cobbler is done? The cobbler is ready when the topping is a deep golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Do I have to peel the peaches? It’s a matter of personal preference. Peeling the peaches results in a softer, more uniform filling. If you don’t mind the texture of the skins, you can leave them on.
What To Serve With Peach Cobbler
This warm, classic dessert is absolutely perfect with a creamy topping.
- A large scoop of vanilla bean ice cream
- A dollop of fresh, unsweetened whipped cream
- A drizzle of heavy cream
How To Store Peach Cobbler
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. It’s delicious served cold or reheated.
- Reheat: To rewarm, you can microwave individual portions or place the entire dish back in a 350°F oven for about 15-20 minutes.
Peach Cobbler Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Protein: 4g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Why do you put the batter on the bottom?
This is a classic Southern-style cobbler. As it bakes, the lighter batter rises up through the butter and the heavier fruit filling, creating a soft, cake-like crust on top. It seems counterintuitive, but it works perfectly!
Can I use a different fruit?
Yes, this recipe is a fantastic base for other fruits. Blackberries, blueberries, or a mix of berries would be delicious. You could also use nectarines or plums.
My topping is soggy. What went wrong?
This can happen if the batter is overmixed, which makes it tough and less able to rise properly. Mix only until the ingredients are just combined.
Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe
Description
A classic, Southern-style cobbler with a simple, cake-like topping that bakes up through a layer of sweet, juicy peaches for an incredibly easy and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Pour melted butter into a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Mix flour, 1 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk. Pour this batter over the butter. Do not stir.
- In a saucepan, bring the peaches, lemon juice, and the remaining 1 cup of sugar to a boil.
- Pour the hot peach mixture over the batter. Do not stir.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The magic of this recipe is in not stirring the layers. Trust the process!
- Placing the baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet is a good idea to catch any potential bubble-overs.
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe peaches.
- This dessert is best served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
