Description
This classic Old Time Oven Peach Cobbler features tender, juicy peaches baked under a golden, fluffy batter topping. Combining fresh peaches with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this dessert offers a comforting Southern-style treat perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and bake, it’s delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Peach Filling
- 8 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6-7 medium peaches)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Batter Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish or a similar oven-safe dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Peaches: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch if using. Allow the mixture to sit for 10-15 minutes so the peaches release their juices and the flavors meld.
- Make Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar for the batter topping. Gradually add the milk and melted butter, mixing until you achieve a smooth, well-combined batter.
- Assemble Cobbler: Pour the peach mixture including the released juices evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out to cover the bottom. Spoon the batter over the peaches in dollops; it does not need to cover the peaches completely as it will spread while baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean. The peach juices should be bubbling around the edges indicating the filling is cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving to let the juices thicken a bit. This dessert is best enjoyed warm and pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Peeling peaches is essential for a smooth texture; blanching them in hot water makes peeling easier.
- Cornstarch is optional but helps thicken the peach juices, preventing a runny filling.
- If fresh peaches are out of season, frozen sliced peaches can be used—thaw and drain excess liquid before preparing.
- Adjust sugar quantities based on the sweetness of the peaches and personal taste preference.
- Letting the cobbler rest after baking helps set the filling for cleaner serving.
