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Southern Peach Cobbler

Irresistibly Juicy Southern Peach Cobbler You’ll Crave

Indulge in the comforting taste of Southern Peach Cobbler, a vegetarian-friendly dessert bursting with ripe peach flavor and buttery goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peach Filling
  • 6–7 peaches fresh ripe peaches, peeled and sliced fresh ones provide the best flavor, but frozen/thawed works too!
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar sweetens the filling and enhances the peaches' natural sweetness.
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar adds a hint of caramel flavor to the mix.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice brightens the flavor and balances the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enriches the filling with a warm, fragrant note.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon complements the peaches with warm spices.
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg adds depth and an aromatic touch.
  • 2 teaspoon cornstarch thickens the filling for a luscious texture.
For the Cobbler Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour forms the base for the scrumptious topping.
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar sweetens the topping for that perfect balance.
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar complements the cobbler with a touch of richness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder leavens the cobbler to give it a fluffy texture.
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances the flavors of the topping.
  • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter, cold and cubed creates a rich and flaky texture in the topping.
  • ¼ cup boiling water helps bring the topping together.
Optional Topping
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar mixture adds an irresistible crunchy finish when sprinkled on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • medium bowl
  • pastry cutter or fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Southern Peach Cobbler
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Toss until fully coated and pour into the baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in boiling water until the batter comes together; do not overmix.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter over the peach filling, allowing some peaches to peek through.
  7. If desired, sprinkle the optional cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden-brown and the filling is bubbling.
  9. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving warm, ideally with ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe, fresh peaches for the best flavor; adjust sugar to taste and avoid overmixing the topping for a fluffy texture.

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