Old Time Oven Peach Cobbler

Here’s a detailed recipe for an Old-Time Oven Peach Cobbler, classic Southern style, with clear directions so it comes out warm, bubbly, and golden. 🍑

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Old-Time Oven Peach Cobbler

Ingredients:

For the Peach Filling:

• 6–8 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced (about 6 cups)
  Tip: If using canned peaches, drain well but reserve ½ cup syrup.

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (helps thicken the filling)

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for extra flavor)

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

For the Cobbler Topping:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted

• ½ cup milk

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional:

• A pinch of sugar or cinnamon-sugar for sprinkling on top before baking.

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Directions:

Step 1: Preheat Oven

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2: Prepare the Peach Filling

1. In a large bowl, combine sliced peaches, ¾ cup sugar, 2 tbsp flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and lemon juice.

2. Toss gently until the peaches are evenly coated.

3. Pour the peach mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly.

Step 3: Make the Cobbler Topping

1. In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. Stir in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. The batter will be slightly thick.

Step 4: Assemble the Cobbler

• Spoon the batter over the peaches. Don’t worry about covering every peach slice; the topping will spread as it bakes.

• Optional: sprinkle a little sugar or cinnamon-sugar on top for extra crunch.

Step 5: Bake

• Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.

• Check after 35 minutes; if the topping is browning too fast, cover loosely with aluminum foil.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

• Let the cobbler cool for 10–15 minutes to thicken slightly.

• Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Tips for Perfect Old-Time Peach Cobbler

1. Fresh peaches are best, but canned peaches in light syrup work too. Adjust sugar slightly if using very sweet canned peaches.

2. Don’t overmix the topping batter; it should stay slightly lumpy to give that rustic cobbler texture.

3. Serve warm, as the flavors are most comforting straight from the oven.

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