How to Make the Perfect Easy Peach Cobbler
Southern American · Easy · 55 min · 8 servings
This easy peach cobbler is one of the most beloved kid friendly recipes because of its sweet juicy fruit and buttery biscuit topping. Kids enjoy spooning the batter over the peaches and watching the magic happen in the oven.
Why this recipe works
This Easy Peach Cobbler recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 55 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 290 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 4 cups sliced peaches fresh or canned
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Peaches
Toss sliced peaches with half a cup of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until peaches are slightly softened and syrupy. If using canned peaches simply drain them well and skip the cooking step.
Step 2: Make the Batter
Whisk together flour, remaining sugar, milk, and baking powder in a bowl until a smooth thin batter forms. Pour the melted butter into a 9x13 inch baking dish and then pour the batter directly over the butter without stirring.
Step 3: Add Peaches and Bake
Spoon the peach mixture evenly over the batter without stirring as the batter will rise up and around the peaches during baking. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 4: Serve Warm
Let cobbler rest for 10 minutes then scoop into bowls and top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The crispy golden edges are the most coveted part so make sure every kid gets some.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh peaches → canned peach slices drained well
- all-purpose flour → gluten-free 1 to 1 baking flour
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Stirring the batter and peaches together which prevents the topping from rising properly
- Using undrained canned peaches which makes the cobbler soggy and too sweet
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 290 calories, 3g protein, 45g carbs, 11g fat, 2g fiber.
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