Description
This Old-Time Oven Peach Cobbler is the ultimate Southern comfort dessert—golden, buttery crust layered over sweet, syrupy peaches. Baked to bubbly perfection, it’s the kind of dessert that tastes like home and fills the kitchen with warm, nostalgic aromas. Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Ingredients
For the Peach Filling:
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6 cups fresh or canned sliced peaches (drained if using canned)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup light brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1/4 cup water (only if using fresh peaches)
For the Batter:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Prepare the peach filling:
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine peaches, both sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Add 1/4 cup water if using fresh peaches. Stir until thickened and bubbly (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat. -
Make the batter:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Pour melted butter into the prepared baking dish, then pour the batter evenly over the butter—do not stir. -
Add the peaches:
Spoon the warm peach filling evenly over the batter. Do not stir—let it layer naturally. -
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
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Cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Notes
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Variation Tip: Add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract to the filling for a flavor twist.
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Make it gluten-free: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1:1 flour blend.
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Using frozen peaches? Thaw and drain before use.
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Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days. Reheat in oven or microwave.
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Serving Suggestion: Top with vanilla bean ice cream or fresh whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT45M
- Category: 8 servings
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: ~310 kcal
- Sugar: ~35g
- Sodium: ~120mg
- Fat: ~12g
- Saturated Fat: ~7g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~52g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~2g
- Cholesterol: ~30mg
Keywords: peach cobbler, old-fashioned cobbler, baked peach dessert, Southern cobbler, oven cobbler, homemade peach cobbler, classic peach cobbler