Old Time Oven Peach Cobbler
A cozy and simple dessert made with ripe peaches and a buttery topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Filling
- 6-8 cups sliced ripe peaches (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained) Use ripe peaches for the best flavor, but not mushy ones.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the peaches.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional but highly recommended.
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch Add if your peaches are extra juicy.
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Plus more to taste.
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter Melt in the baking dish.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, but adds homey flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Optional for flavor variation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and melt the butter in a baking dish.
- Slice the peaches, and toss with sugar and cinnamon if using fresh peaches. Allow them to sit for about 10 minutes.
Mixing the Batter
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Stir in the milk until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Assembling the Cobbler
- Pour the batter directly over the melted butter in the baking dish without stirring.
- Spoon the prepared peaches and any juices over the batter, again without stirring.
Baking
- Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until the top is golden and the edges are bubbling.
- If the top is browning too fast, lightly cover with foil during the last 10 minutes.
Serving
- Let the cobbler rest for 15 minutes before serving warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
For leftover cobbler, store covered at room temperature for a few hours, then refrigerate for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.