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Southern Peach Cobbler

This classic Southern peach cobbler combines sweet, juicy peaches with a flaky crust, creating a nostalgic dessert that warms the heart and brings families together.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Filling
  • 4 cups fresh or canned peaches, sliced Use ripe and juicy peaches for best flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on sweetness of peaches.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Balances sweetness.
Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can use gluten-free flour for a variation.
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted Provides richness.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Serving
  • to taste Vanilla ice cream Optional, but highly recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Allow to sit for about 15 minutes.
Making the Batter
  1. In another bowl, whisk together flour, milk, baking powder, and salt until smooth. Slowly add melted butter.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
Combining and Baking
  1. Spoon the peach mixture evenly over the batter, including any juices. Do not stir.
  2. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is crispy and golden brown.
Serving
  1. Let cool slightly before serving warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For a crunchier topping, use crumbled biscuits or cake mix. You can prepare the peach filling a day in advance for quicker assembly.