Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe

Savor the warm, juicy peaches and crispy, golden crust in this classic Hot Peach Cobbler recipe. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfect cobbler is all in the topping. Start by jumping to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Cucumber Dill Salad and Thai Mango Salad.

What You'll Need for Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 6 cups sliced fresh peaches
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving

How to Make Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe

1. Prepare the peaches: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, 1/2 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Mix well and transfer to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the cobbler topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, and baking powder. Add the melted butter and milk, and stir until just combined. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the peaches.
3. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are bubbly. Let cool for a few minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Storing & Reheating Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the cobbler up to a day ahead. Store in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Freezing Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe

Freeze the unbaked cobbler for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat leftovers in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a tangier cobbler, add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the peach mixture.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the peaches with apples or berries for a different flavor.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to fit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If the topping is browning too quickly, cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.

Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

40 mins

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Total

55 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 6 cups sliced fresh peaches
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional Toppings

• Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the peaches: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine the sliced peaches, 1/2 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Mix well and transfer to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the cobbler topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, and baking powder. Add the melted butter and milk, and stir until just combined. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the peaches.
3. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are bubbly. Let cool for a few minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a tangier cobbler, add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the peach mixture.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the peaches with apples or berries for a different flavor.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to fit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If the topping is browning too quickly, cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze the unbaked cobbler for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat leftovers in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the cobbler up to a day ahead. Store in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 55g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 40g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Best Hot Peach Cobbler Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!