Here’s a classic Old-Time Oven Peach Cobbler—the kind with a buttery crust and juicy peaches, just like grandma used to make 🍑
Ingredients (serves 6–8)
Peaches
- 4–5 cups sliced peaches (fresh or canned, drained)
- ½–¾ cup sugar (depending on sweetness of peaches)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup milk
Butter
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven
Set oven to 350°F (175°C). - Melt the butter
Place butter in a 9×13 baking dish (or similar).
Put dish in the oven until butter is melted. Remove and set aside. - Prepare peaches
In a bowl, mix peaches with sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. - Make the batter
In another bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and milk until smooth. - Assemble (don’t stir!)
Pour batter evenly over melted butter.
Spoon peaches and juice over the batter—do not mix. - Bake
Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. - Cool & serve
Let cool slightly before serving.
How to serve (the best part 😄)
- Warm with vanilla ice cream
- Or a dollop of whipped cream
Old-School Tips & Variations
- Extra crispy top: Sprinkle a little sugar on top before baking
- Southern style: Use canned peaches in heavy syrup (reduce added sugar)
- Spiced up: Add a pinch of ginger
- Smaller batch: Cut recipe in half and bake in an 8×8 dish
If you want, I can share a dump-and-bake version, a biscuity cobbler, or a cast-iron skillet style.
