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Southern Peach Cobbler

Southern Peach Cobbler is classic comfort food, featuring perfectly ripe peaches bubbling under a golden, buttery crust. This easy recipe brings the taste of summer right to your kitchen, perfect for sharing warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 10 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Equipment

  • 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Pastry Cutter

Ingredients
  

For the Peach Filling

  • 8 cups fresh peaches about 8-10 medium peaches, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cobbler Topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 12 tbsp cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup boiling water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a 12-inch cast iron skillet in the oven while it preheats.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, both sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Gently toss until peaches are evenly coated.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and swirl until melted. Pour the peach mixture into the hot skillet.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping over the peaches, creating a rustic pattern that allows some fruit to peek through.
  • Pour the boiling water over the topping – don't stir!
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbling at the edges.
  • Allow to cool for about 15 minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For the best flavor, use ripe but still firm peaches.
Can substitute with frozen peaches (thawed and drained) or canned peaches (drained) if fresh aren't available.
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 280mgFiber: 3gSugar: 42g
Keyword Peach Cobbler, Southern Dessert, Cast Iron Cobbler, Summer Dessert
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