The Only Peach Cobbler Recipe You’ll Ever Need — A Perfect Southern Classic!
🍑 Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler Recipe
Nothing says summer quite like a warm, juicy peach cobbler straight from the oven! This Southern classic features tender sliced peaches baked under a golden, buttery topping with just the right hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Finished with a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle, it’s best enjoyed warm—especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. 🍨
🛒 Ingredients
Peach Filling:
- 9 cups sliced fresh peaches (about 8 peaches or 3 lbs)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
Buttery Cobbler Topping:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 12 tbsp cold butter, grated
- ½ cup boiling water
Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Make the Filling:
In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, lemon juice, ½ cup sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, and salt. Stir well and pour into a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Pre-Bake the Peaches:
Bake the filling for 10 minutes to help soften the peaches and start the bubbling magic. - Prepare the Topping:
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the grated cold butter and toss to coat. Stir in the boiling water until just combined—it should be lumpy and thick. - Assemble the Cobbler:
Spoon dollops of the topping evenly over the hot peach mixture. Mix ⅓ cup sugar with 2 tsp cinnamon and sprinkle generously over the topping. - Bake:
Return to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling. (Tip: Place a baking sheet underneath to catch any drips.) - Cool & Serve:
Let cool for 10–15 minutes, then serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Cobbler:
- Quick & simple with no fancy tools
- Perfect balance of sweet, spiced, and buttery
- Makes your whole house smell amazing!
- Great for BBQs, potlucks, or lazy summer nights