Juicy spiced peaches under a fluffy biscuit topping
Peach Cobbler
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
1 hr
Servings
8
1 9x9-inch dish
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Recipe at a Glance
Sweet, juicy peaches baked under a golden, fluffy biscuit topping that is crisp on top and soft underneath. Southern summer comfort in every bite.
Cuisine: American
Category: Dessert
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $
Dietary: Vegetarian
Quick Summary
60 min total time|8 servings|Easy difficulty
Sweet, juicy peaches baked under a golden, fluffy biscuit topping that is crisp on top and soft underneath. Southern summer comfort in every bite.
AmericanVegetarian
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Peach cobbler is summer in a baking dish — juicy, fragrant peaches bubbling beneath a golden blanket of fluffy biscuit topping. This is the kind of dessert where the fruit does most of the work, and the topping is there to provide texture, butter, and a vehicle for the peach juices.
This recipe uses a drop biscuit topping rather than a pie crust, which is what makes it a cobbler. The biscuit dough is spooned over the fruit in rough mounds, which bake into a craggy, golden top that is crispy on the surface and soft and tender where it meets the fruit.
Frozen peaches work wonderfully here and are available year-round. But when fresh peaches are at their peak in July and August, there is nothing better.
Ingredients
- 6 cups sliced peaches (fresh or frozen, about 3 lbs)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (filling)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (filling)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (topping)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (topping)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar + 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- 2
Toss peaches with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Pour into the dish.
- 3
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until pea-sized pieces remain.
- 4
Stir in buttermilk and egg until just combined — it will be a thick, shaggy dough.
- 5
Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the peaches (about 8-10 mounds). It does not need to cover completely.
- 6
Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar over the biscuit topping.
- 7
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- 8
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve with classic coleslaw and cornbread on the side
Pair with fresh-cut fries or roasted potato wedges
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream
Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving
Substitutions
PeachesNectarines, plums, or mixed berries
Any juicy fruit works with this topping
ButtermilkRegular milk + 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Let sit 5 minutes before using
Biscuit toppingCake batter topping
Pour yellow cake batter over the fruit for a different style
Tips & Storage
Pro Tips
Frozen peaches work just as well — do not thaw, just add 5 extra minutes to baking time.
Do not try to cover the entire surface with biscuit dough — the filling should peek through.
The cobbler is done when the biscuit topping is golden and the filling is actively bubbling.
Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving — the filling is extremely hot straight from the oven.
Storage
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Most baked goods can be frozen for up to 3 months — wrap tightly in plastic wrap then foil.
Reheating
Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15 minutes. The topping re-crisps better in the oven than the microwave.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 serving (1/8 dish)) · 8 servings
Calories280
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein4g
Carbohydrates44g
Fat11g
Fiber2g
Sugar28g
Sodium180mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use canned peaches?
- Drain two 29-oz cans of sliced peaches and reduce sugar to 1/4 cup. They will be softer but still good.
- What is the difference between a cobbler and a crisp?
- A cobbler has a biscuit or cake topping, while a crisp has a streusel or oat crumble topping.
- Can I make this with other fruit?
- Yes. Berries, cherries, apples, or plums all work with the same biscuit topping.
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About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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