Description
Old Time Oven Peach Cobbler is a classic Southern dessert featuring sweet, juicy peaches baked under a golden, buttery batter topping. This comforting dish combines fresh peaches with warm spices and a tender cake-like crust, perfect for serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a nostalgic homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6-7 medium peaches)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for topping batter)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish or a similar oven-safe dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Peaches: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and optional cornstarch for thickening. Toss well to coat. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the peaches to release their juices, creating a flavorful syrup.
- Make Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar (for the topping). Gradually pour in the milk and melted butter, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined without lumps.
- Assemble Cobbler: Pour the peach mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading the juices across the bottom. Then, spoon or dollop the batter over the peaches unevenly; it’s okay if the peaches are partially exposed because the batter will spread as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Bake until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean. The peach juices should be bubbling around the edges, indicating the filling is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for a few minutes before serving. This cobbler is delicious served warm and pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent finish.
Notes
- For a thicker filling, do not skip the cornstarch; it helps absorb the peach juices.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, sprinkle a little sugar on top before baking.
- Peach cobbler tastes best served warm but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Try adding a splash of vanilla extract or almond extract to the batter for additional flavor.
- Frozen peaches can be used if fresh are not available; just thaw and drain excess liquid before using.
