Southern-Style Peach Cobbler Recipe
If you’re dreaming of warm, syrupy peaches tucked beneath golden, cinnamon-kissed crust, this Peach Cobbler is your dessert destiny. It’s the perfect mix of gooey fruit, buttery crust, and caramelized brown sugar goodness—and you don’t even need fresh peaches or homemade dough!
With frozen peaches and a boxed pie crust, this cobbler is comfort food made easy. It’s ideal for weeknight dinners, summer potlucks, or chilly fall evenings when you’re craving something warm and nostalgic.
Why I Love This Recipe
There’s nothing quite like the smell of bubbling peaches and cinnamon wafting through the kitchen. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a cobbler that’s rich, fragrant, and full of old-fashioned charm. I love the shortcut of using frozen peaches and ready-made crust—it saves time without sacrificing flavor.
Plus, the base crust crisps up beautifully while soaking in all that peach syrup, making each bite a sweet, buttery surprise.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs frozen peaches
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 box pie crusts (rolled, not frozen shells)
Optional Swaps and Add-Ins
- Fresh peaches: Use 6–7 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced, if in season.
- Crust swap: Biscuit topping or puff pastry also works for a twist.
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of bourbon or almond extract to the peach filling.
- Top it off: Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the full experience.
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prep the Bottom Crust
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out one pie crust and place it in the bottom of a baking dish. Sprinkle with cinnamon and a little sugar, then rub it in gently. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside.
2. Make the Peach Filling
In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Add frozen peaches and simmer for 5 minutes. Then stir in lemon juice, vanilla, both sugars, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often, until thickened slightly.
3. Assemble the Cobbler
Pour the warm peach filling over the prebaked crust. Unroll the second pie crust and slice it into strips. Arrange them in a lattice or patchwork over the peaches. Sprinkle with more cinnamon and sugar.
4. Bake
Bake uncovered for 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the peach mixture is bubbly.
5. Cool and Serve
Let the cobbler rest for at least 10–15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of ice cream or chilled for breakfast the next day (no judgment!).
Tips for Success
- Don’t skip prebaking the bottom crust: It helps it hold up under the juicy filling.
- Stir the filling often: This prevents scorching and keeps the sugars smooth.
- Keep the crust chilled: Cold dough bakes up flakier and more golden.
- Watch the edges: Cover with foil if they brown too quickly near the end.
Serving Suggestions & Pairings
This Peach Cobbler pairs beautifully with:
- A tall glass of blueberry lemonade
- A side of banana pudding for a Southern dessert spread
- Or a nibble of grasshopper pie for contrast
Hosting a party? Add caramel apple pie cookies or chocolate chip cookie dough brownie bombs for a full dessert buffet.
Storage & Leftover Tips
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Warm individual portions in the microwave or oven at 300°F for 10 minutes.
- Freeze: You can freeze baked cobbler for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before serving.
More Recipes You’ll Love
- Blueberry Lemonade for a summer-perfect sip
- Banana Pudding to feed a crowd
- Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs if you love over-the-top indulgence
Final Thoughts
This Easy Peach Cobbler is proof that you don’t need a complicated recipe to get a wow-worthy dessert. It’s nostalgic, comforting, and packed with warm cinnamon-spiced peaches and flaky, golden crust. Whether you serve it at a summer barbecue or a cozy fall gathering, it’s guaranteed to be the first thing gone.
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