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Southern Peach Cobbler
Amelia Amelia

Southern Peach Cobbler

This Southern peach cobbler is a buttery, golden dessert with a crisp yet gooey crust that hugs sweet, juicy peaches. No fancy techniques—just old-fashioned flavor that’ll win over any crowd (and maybe your grandma too).
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups fresh peaches, sliced (about 8 medium peaches)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra tang)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon (or 1 tsp for extra flavor)

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spoon or spatula
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Toss sliced peaches with ½ cup of the sugar and the lemon juice. Let them sit while preparing the batter.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the butter in your baking dish and let it melt in the oven until slightly bubbly.
  3. Whisk together flour, remaining ½ cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined—lumps are okay.
  4. Pour the batter over the melted butter (do not stir). Spoon the peaches and juice evenly over the batter. The batter will rise around the fruit as it bakes.
  5. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbling around the edges. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use ripe-but-firm peaches to avoid sogginess. For extra depth, try a splash of bourbon or a handful of blueberries. This cobbler is perfect served warm with ice cream, or cold for breakfast—no judgment. Don’t skip the lemon juice—it keeps the sweetness balanced.