Description
This Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe with Fresh Peaches is loaded with juicy peaches, warm cinnamon, and a buttery golden crust that’s easy to make and impossible to resist. Perfect for family gatherings, BBQs, potlucks, and holiday desserts. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for a classic Southern treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Peach Filling
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 8–10 medium peaches)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cobbler Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and slice fresh peaches.
- Toss peaches with sugars, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Let peaches rest for 15–20 minutes.
- Pour melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and milk.
- Pour batter over melted butter without stirring.
- Spoon peaches and juices evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Fresh, ripe peaches provide the best flavor and texture.
- Do not stir the batter and peach layers together.
- Allow the cobbler to rest before serving for a thicker filling.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 360 calories
