Name: The Best Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 bags frozen peaches (20 ounces each); 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup brown sugar; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 stick unsalted butter (cold and room temperature); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended); 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 2 teaspoons corn starch; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for cobbler crust); 1/2 cup brown sugar (for cobbler crust); 1/4 cup boiling hot water (for cobbler crust); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (to dust top of cobbler)

Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with The Best Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe. This delightful dish features juicy, sweet peaches baked beneath a golden, flaky crust that’s easy to prepare. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as a treat any day of the week, this cobbler brings warmth and nostalgia to your table. Made with frozen peaches, you can enjoy this classic dessert year-round without sacrificing flavor. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special touch.

Ingredients

Scale

2 bags frozen peaches (20 ounces each)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 stick unsalted butter (cold and room temperature)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 teaspoons corn starch
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for cobbler crust)
1/2 cup brown sugar (for cobbler crust)
1/4 cup boiling hot water (for cobbler crust)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons granulated sugar (to dust top of cobbler)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F.
In a greased 9×13 baking dish, combine frozen peaches with sugars, extracts, spices, cornstarch, and lemon juice; mix well and bake covered for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, mix flour, sugars, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in hot water until just combined.
After the peach mixture has baked, dollop the cobbler dough over it and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
Bake uncovered for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 135mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Fresh peaches may be used if in season for added flavor. Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your peaches. Allow cobbler to cool slightly before serving for best flavor.