Peach Cobbler
This classic Southern Peach Cobbler recipe features juicy peaches baked beneath a tender, buttery, and flaky golden crust. Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients, it offers a perfect balance of sweet fruit and rich crust with warm spices. Suitable for year-round enjoyment using fresh or frozen peaches, this comforting dessert is ideal for bakers of all skill levels and can be customized to fit various dietary needs.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fruit
- 4 cups fresh or frozen peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for peaches)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Cobbler Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- Prepare the Peaches: Peel, pit, and slice the peaches into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice in a bowl to enhance sweetness and prevent browning.
- Make the Cobbler Batter: In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add melted butter and milk, stirring just until the batter forms, avoiding overmixing to maintain tenderness.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the peach mixture into a greased baking dish, then spoon the batter evenly over the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the crust is deep golden brown and the peach filling bubbles around the edges, approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cobbler cool for at least 15 minutes to allow the juices to thicken, making it easier to serve without the filling running.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter; stir only until combined.
- Use real unsalted butter for a richer crust.
- Let the cobbler rest before slicing to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Adjust added sugar based on the sweetness of your peaches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Peach Cobbler, Southern Dessert, Fruit Cobbler, Peach Dessert, Baking, Comfort Food