Amazing Peach Cobbler Recipe (2024)

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I love eating desserts. One of my favorite desserts to eat during the summertime when the peaches are in season is this amazing peach cobbler. It is so full of flavor and oh-so delicious.

Cobblers are enjoyed by many people all over the world. Probably the most famous cobbler is of course the peach cobbler. This homemade peach cobbler is definitely my favorite cobbler. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you are in for a real treat.

This recipe is incredibly easy to make using just a handful of everyday ingredients. If I can do it, you can do it. Let’s get baking!

What is a cobbler?

A cobbler is a dessert that has some sort of fruit filling like peaches, apples, berries, etc. It is baked with a crust which is usually like an American biscuit or British scone on top which produces a “cobbled” look when baked. Another popular style is a batter-based cobbler like this peach cobbler.

I actually prefer the batter-based kind a little bit more. But you can’t go wrong with either! It is said cobblers originated from British American colonies that lacked traditional ingredients for puddings, so the cobbler was made using easy “biscuit/scone” ingredients along with the stewed fruit. Then the cobbler evolved from there.

Lots of different variations for one of my favorite kinds of desserts. When it is peach season this is my go-to recipe.

If you prefer berries over peaches check out my homemade blackberry cobbler recipe.

The Ingredients for Homemade Peach Cobbler

You will need the following simple ingredients to make this peach cobbler from scratch:

• Flour – Use all purpose flour, you can also use self-rising flour if you do omit the baking powder and half of the salt.
• Sugar – The sugar will add sweetness, you can use less sugar, or substitute it with a different sweetener. I usually use white granulated sugar but brown sugar works great too.
• Butter – You can use salted or unsalted butter. I always use unsalted butter.
• Milk – I prefer to use whole milk, but any milk will work, including almond milk.
• Salt – This will add balance to the sweetness.
• Baking powder – The baking powder serves as the main leavening agent for the cobbler batter. Which becomes the top crust.
• Peaches – You can’t make homemade peach cobbler without peaches. I like to use fresh peaches but not overripe peaches.
• Lemon – The zest and juice from the lemon give it a nice acidic punch of flavor.
• Vanilla extract – A nice flavor booster and flavor enhancer. This is optional.
• Cinnamon – I love adding ground cinnamon to these kinds of desserts.
• Nutmeg – Another favorite spice for pies, cobblers, galettes, etc.

Tools/Equipment

• Bowls
• 13×9 baking dish
• Whisk
• Wooden spoon
• Zester
• Citrus press
• Spatula
• Turner/spatula

How to make amazing peach cobbler at home

Begin by preheating the oven to 375 F/190 C.

Rinse and dry the peaches then slice them into small pieces. You can peel the peaches if desired, I never remove the peach skin, however, personal preference. Place the small thin peach slices into a medium to large pot.

Next, add 1 cup of the 2 cups of sugar, the zest of 1 lemon, and the juice from half of that lemon. I like to use my handy citrus press to get the lemon juice and my awesome Microplane tool to get the zest. Links to those tools can be found above.

NOTE: You can reduce the amount of sugar to 1/2 cup if you don’t want it very sweet or if you have very sweet peaches.

Place the pot of peaches on a burner and set the heat between medium-low and medium. Stir occasionally and cook until it boils. This is the peach filling for the cobbler.

Prepare the cobbler batter or crust

While the peaches are cooking, which will take around 10 minutes or so to bring them to a boil, prepare the batter.

Add the flour, salt, baking powder, the other 1 cup of sugar, and cinnamon to a medium bowl or large bowl and whisk. Or place all the ingredients in a sifter and sift them into the bowl.

Next, pour the milk into the flour mixture bowl and whisk until all combined then add the vanilla extract and mix. I always use a whisk but you can use a hand mixer as well. And just like that the batter is ready to go.

NOTE: Again if you want to use self-rising flour, just omit the baking powder and half of the salt.

Bake that homemade peach cobbler

Melt the butter and pour it on the bottom of a 13×9-inch pan. Tilt the pan so the butter covers the bottom. It’s okay if the butter isn’t completely melted, mostly melted is fine.

NOTE: You can melt the butter in the microwave, on the stovetop in a pot, or in the pan in the oven while it is preheating, just keep an eye on it so the butter doesn’t burn.

Now pour the batter over the butter and make sure it is evenly distributed on the bottom of the pan.

Next, pour the peaches over the top along with all the liquid and evenly spread those out. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top of the peaches and on top of the batter if desired.

Bake again at 375F/190C for 35 to 45 minutes until it is nice and golden brown on the top.

Allow the peach cobbler to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. You shouldn’t need a knife to cut it into squares, just use a turner. It usually takes about 12 servings. Serve plain or with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream or top it with whipped cream.

This is definitely the best peach cobbler recipe I have ever made an eaten, it is so good!

Enjoy!

How to use biscuit or scone dough for this old fashioned peach cobbler recipe

As mentioned above there are a few types of cobbler one that is a batter based like this one, and then one that has more of a biscuit/scone style topping.

If you want to do the style with the biscuit dough skip making the batter and pour the peach mixture right on top of the butter in the pan then lay down these homemade biscuits on top. Then bake the homemade cobbler. That will give it a more pronounced “Cobbled” look on top. If you use the biscuits just roll them or press them thinner so they don’t puff up so high when they bake.

Can I use canned peaches to make this cobbler?

Yes! You sure can use canned peaches. This recipe will use about 2 cans of peaches depending on the size of the can. Pour the peaches without the juice into the pot and only add half of the sugar. Then add the lemon juice and zest. No need to bring it to a boil, just stir and heat until the sugar dissolves. The rest of the recipe will be the same.

How long does from-scratch peach cobbler last?

Store the cobbler covered with plastic wrap, lid, or in an airtight container, in the fridge where it will keep for 4 to 5 days. I don’t usually even heat it, I love it cold. Although it is best when it is freshly baked. It can also be frozen for 2 to 3 months.

Here are a few more recipes you may like:

Peach Galette Recipe

3-Ingredient Chocolate Icebox Cake

Gluten-Free Crepes

How to Make Peanut Butter in a Blender

2-Ingredient Dough Cinnamon Rolls

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54 Comments

1. Shar

   September 14, 2023 at 6:56 pm·Reply

   
   This peach cobbler is full of flavor! Every bite screams a fruity and delicious peach. Such a keeper!

   • Matt Taylor

     September 15, 2023 at 8:11 am·Reply

     So happy you like this peach cobbler recipe!

2. Olivia

   September 14, 2023 at 1:45 pm·Reply

   
   This is definitely the best peach cobbler I have ever made and it’s so easy too! Thank you for sharing this recipe, I saved it to make again!!

   • Matt Taylor

     September 14, 2023 at 6:38 pm·Reply

     So glad you gave it a try and liked it!

3. Melissa

   September 14, 2023 at 10:59 am·Reply

   
   Your recipe is absolutely delicious. Everyone is asking if I can make it again soon!

   • Matt Taylor

     September 14, 2023 at 11:40 am·Reply

     Thanks so much, Melissa, glad you like this peach cobbler recipe!

4. Linda F Harness

   June 11, 2021 at 12:04 pm·Reply

   Were is the amounts for the receipe

   • Matt Taylor

     June 11, 2021 at 5:42 pm·Reply

     Hi Linda, you need to keep scrolling down to find the “printable” version, which has the amounts.

     • Elaine

       July 28, 2022 at 5:18 pm·Reply

       Can I cut the sugar in the batter a d the peaches by one half cup without affecting the recipe?

       • Matt Taylor

         July 28, 2022 at 9:59 pm·Reply

         That should be okay, I mean it will be less sweet and not quite as many peaches, but other than that it should still turn out fine. 🙂

5. Darlene Graham

   September 16, 2020 at 2:17 pm·Reply

   
   I like

   • Matt Taylor

     September 16, 2020 at 2:18 pm·Reply

     Glad you like it, Darlene!! 🙂

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