Easy Fresh Peach Cobbler
Nothing says summer quite like a warm, bubbling peach cobbler, fresh from the oven, with a golden, buttery topping and juicy, sweet peaches. This recipe is a breeze to make, using fresh peaches that burst with flavor and a simple topping that comes together in minutes. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a cozy dessert, this peach cobbler will steal the show. Plus, I’ll share an easy trick for peeling fresh peaches to make prep a snap. Let’s dive into this crowd-pleasing dessert that serves 6-8 and is ready in about an hour!
Why You’ll Love This Peach Cobbler
- Fresh Peach Perfection: Using fresh peaches gives this cobbler a vibrant, juicy flavor that screams summer.
- Easy Prep: With a simple blanching method, peeling peaches is quick and fuss-free.
- Buttery, Rustic Topping: The biscuit-like topping is lightly sweet, perfectly crisp, and pairs beautifully with the soft peach filling.
- Versatile and Make-Ahead Friendly: Serve it warm with ice cream or prep it in advance for stress-free entertaining.
How to Peel Fresh Peaches
Peeling peaches might sound daunting, but the blanching method makes it effortless. Here’s how:
- Set Up: Fill a large bowl with ice water. Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Score: Cut a line along one side of each peach with a knife.
- Blanch: Submerge peaches in boiling water for 30-60 seconds until the skin near the slice starts to loosen.
- Cool: Transfer peaches to the ice bath for 1-2 minutes.
- Peel: Starting at the cut line, peel off the skin with your fingers or a paring knife—it should slip off easily.
- Slice: Slice and peel the peaches for the filling.
This method saves time and keeps the peach flesh intact for maximum flavor in your cobbler.
Tips for the Perfect Peach Cobbler
- Adjusting Sweetness: Taste a peach slice before adding sugar. If your peaches are super sweet, reduce the sugar to ~100 g (1/2 cup) for a balanced flavor.
- Precise Measurements: Use a kitchen scale for accuracy, especially for flour and butter. If measuring by volume, spoon flour into the cup and level it off.
- Make-Ahead: Prep the filling and topping separately and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Assemble and bake when ready.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes to restore that fresh-baked warmth.
- Mix It Up: Add a handful of blueberries or raspberries to the filling for a fun twist, or swap cinnamon for cardamom for a unique flavor.
Why Fresh Peaches Are My Go-To
Fresh peaches bring a bright, juicy quality to this cobbler that’s hard to beat. By blanching them, you make peeling a breeze, and their natural sweetness pairs perfectly with the warm cinnamon and buttery topping. If peaches aren’t in season, you can substitute frozen peaches (thawed and drained), but fresh ones elevate this dessert to summer perfection. I’ve tried using frozen peaches, but there is no flavor comparison to fresh.
Final Thoughts
This fresh peach cobbler is the ultimate summer dessert—simple, comforting, and packed with flavor. The blanching trick makes prep a breeze, and the buttery topping complements the juicy peaches perfectly. Whether you’re sharing it with friends at a summer gathering or enjoying a quiet night in, this cobbler is sure to bring smiles. Try it out, and let me know how it turns out in the comments below!
Happy baking!
Easy Fresh Peach Cobbler
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Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 6 cups fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, & sliced (about 6-8 medium 900 g
- ¾ cup granulated sugar, adjust based on peach sweetness 150 g
- 1 tbsp lemon juice 15 g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
For the Topping:
- 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled 120 g
- ½ cup granulated sugar 100 g
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 tbsp salted butter, cold & cubed 85 g
- ⅓ cup milk or buttermilk 80 g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your baking dish.
Make the Filling:
- Prepare Peaches: Peel, pit, and slice 6 cups (900 g) of fresh peaches. To peel, fill a large bowl with ice water and bring a pot of water to a boil. Score an along the side of each peach, blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds until the skin near the slice loosens, then transfer to the ice bath for 1-2 minutes. Peel off skins starting at the slice with your fingers or a paring knife, then slice and pit.
- Add Filling ingredients: In a large bowl, mix peaches with sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Add water to help the cornstarch dissolve. Stir until evenly combined.
- Layer Filling: Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it out.
Make Topping
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Cut in Butter: Add cold butter cubes and cut them in with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Add Liquids: Stir in the milk or buttermilk and vanilla until just combined—the batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
- Place Topping: Drop spoonfuls of the topping over the peach filling, spreading it slightly but leaving gaps for peaches to be seen.
- Bake: Bake for 40-50 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve: Let the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes to set. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for pure bliss.
Notes
- Adjusting Sweetness: Taste a peach slice before adding sugar. If your peaches are super sweet, reduce the sugar to 1/2 cup (100 g) for a balanced flavor.
- Precise Measurements: Use a kitchen scale for accuracy, especially for flour and butter. If measuring by volume, spoon flour into the cup and level it off.
- Make-Ahead: Prep the filling and topping separately and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Assemble and bake when ready.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes to restore that fresh-baked warmth.
- Mix It Up: Add a handful of blueberries or raspberries to the filling for a fun twist, or swap cinnamon for cardamom for a unique flavor.
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Wonderful flavor profile! Southern girl here, and this peach cobbler hits the spot! I would definitely bring this to the family gathering.
I find a lot of times with cobbler the topping gets soggy – but that it not the case with this recipe! Such a great balance and really highlights that peach flavor!
Youre right, there’s nothing like the fresh peaches! this came together so nicely and sure was good!