Homemade Peach Cobbler

Homemade Peach Cobbler made with fresh or frozen peaches.

You just can’t go wrong with peach cobbler. This homemade dessert is great for a casual family dinner or served at a summer barbecue dinner. I have made this twice in the past two weeks and it has been a huge hit in my house. 

What is a cobbler?

A cobbler is a fruit dessert that is topped with a biscuit topping. My cobbler has a rustic biscuit topping. When a cobbler bakes all the fruit juices bubble up around the biscuits making a delicious treat.

How is a cobbler different than a crisp?

It’s all in the topping. A cobbler and a crisp can both start with the same fruit filling. The difference is what you add on the top. A crisp is usually made with an oatmeal crumble and a cobbler has a biscuit type topping.

Do I use fresh or frozen peaches?

You can use either. I’ve used frozen peaches because peaches aren’t quite in season here yet. If you are using fresh peaches, peel and slice peaches.

When using frozen peaches, allow the peaches to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes prior to using. They don’t have to fully thaw, but this recipe works best if they are partially softened. Break peach slices apart if they are frozen together. 

How do I peel a fresh peach?

• Place whole peaches in a pot of boiling water for 10-20 seconds
• Remove and place in an ice bath
• Use a paring knife and remove skin

How many peaches do I need?

This recipe calls for 2 pounds of sliced peaches or about 6 cups. If you are using fresh peaches plan on 6-8 peaches, depending on the size of your peaches. 

What ingredients do I need?

• flour
• sugar
• baking powder
• salt
• butter
• milk
• peaches
• cinnamon

What do I use to thicken the peach filling?

There are two thickeners that are typically used to thicken peach filling; flour and cornstarch. In this recipe I’ve used flour as a thickener. 

How do I make the biscuit topping?

• Place flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a food processor. Pulse until combined
• Add butter. Pulse until mixture has coarse crumbs
• Add milk and pulse until a dough forms
• Drop spoonfuls of dough on top of filling

Do I serve homemade peach cobbler hot or cold?

The choice is yours. I prefer mine warm, but I also think it’s delicious served at room temperature.

How do I reheat peach cobbler?

To reheat a whole cobbler, place baking dish in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes until warmed through.  For just reheating a single portion, place cobbler on a microwave safe dish. Microwave for 1 minute until heated through. 

What should I served with homemade peach cobbler?

I like to have my peach cobble with a scoop of ice cream. My usual choice is vanilla or peach ice cream. My mom often likes to eat her cobbler with just a touch of cream just poured over the top. Of course, you can always eat it plain! 

Can I substitute other fruit for the peaches?

You bet! Nectarines or apricots would work well in this recipe.  You can check out these recipes if you’d like a cherry cobbler or an apple cobbler.

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Peach Cobbler

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

50 mins

 

Homemade peach cobbler with a biscuit topping.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cobbler, peach cobbler, peach dessert

Servings: 8 people

Calories: 344 kcal

Author: Kathy

Ingredients

Fruit Filling

• 2 pounds peaches sliced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Biscuit Topping

• 1 1/2 cup flour
• 2 Tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 Tablespoons butter cubed
• 3/4 cup milk

Topping

• 1/2 teaspoon sugar optional

Instructions

Fruit Filling

1. Combine peaches, sugar, flour and cinnamon.

Biscuit Topping

1. Put flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a food processor. Pulse 2-3 times to mix.

2. Add butter. Pulse until butter is incorporated and mixture is coarse.

3. Add milk. Pulse until dough is formed.

Assemble Cobbler

1. Grease a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish.

2. Stir peach mixture again and add to casserole.

3. Place dollops of biscuit dough on top of peaches.

4. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sugar on top of biscuit dough.

5. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes until topping is browned and filling is bubbly.

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Recipe Notes

2 pounds of peaches is approximately 6 cups of sliced peaches.

Nutrition Facts

Peach Cobbler

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10g 15%

Saturated Fat 6g 30%

Cholesterol 25mg 8%

Sodium 159mg 7%

Potassium 372mg 11%

Total Carbohydrates 62g 21%

Dietary Fiber 3g 12%

Sugars 39g

Protein 5g 10%

Vitamin A 13.4%

Vitamin C 9.1%

Calcium 8.5%

Iron 9.1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.