Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler Recipe – Using Fresh or Canned Peaches

This old fashioned peach cobbler recipe is so easy to make and tastes absolutely incredible! It is the perfect summertime dessert recipe, especially when peaches are in season!

This cobbler recipe has been in my family for years and is served at almost every family event. Sliced peaches coated nestled in a biscuit like topping and then baked until golden brown.

Serve it warm with a dollop of ice cream and you have a dessert that everyone will love! However, I also like to eat it cold or at room temperature on a hot summer day as well.

The best part of all, you can make it using either fresh or canned peaches. However, I always prefer to use fresh peaches when they are in season.

They taste so much better than store-bought peaches that are found in the grocery store. The natural sweetness in a just picked, ripe peach is incomparable to a peach that has been shipped in a can across the country.

In fact, when I can get my hands on fresh picked peaches in the middle of the summer, I don’t even have to add sugar to the peaches to make this classic peach cobbler recipe. They are naturally that sweet when picked at the peak of ripeness.

How To Peel Peaches

The only downside of using fresh peaches is that you must peel them. However, don’t let that stop you! It is actually fairly easy to peel peaches.

All you have to do is put water in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Then when it comes to a boil place 3-4 peaches in the pot and boil for 30 seconds.

Remove the peaches using a spider strainer (Product Affiliate Link: Spider Strainer) or a large pair of tongs. Then immediately place the warm peaches in an ice water bath.

The cold water will shock the peaches and stop the cooking process. Then use a paring knife to easily peel the skin away from the flesh.

You will be shocked at how easy it is to remove the skins. Then all you have to do is remove the pit and slice the peaches and you are ready to make your old fashioned peach cobbler!

Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler Recipe

*Specific measurements and complete recipe instructions are located in a printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. However, be sure to continue to read the tips and tricks to making this recipe below.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 1/2 cups peaches, peeled, cored and sliced (about 5-6 peaches) *see note if using canned peaches
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar, optional for added sweetness
• 1/4 tsp. salt

*If using canned peaches you will need 32oz. of sliced canned peaches, including the syrup.

Batter Ingredients

• 6 TBSP. butter, cut in small tabs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 3/4 cup milk
• ground cinnamon, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

The first step in making this easy peach cobbler recipe is to heat the fresh peaches so that they become somewhat tender before baking. However, if you are using canned peaches, you can skip this step.

Peaches that are purchased in a can have already been processed and are already tender. Therefore, if you are making this recipe with canned peaches, the actual recipe instructions begin by melting butter in a baking dish.

However, if you are using fresh peaches start by adding the peeled and sliced peaches in a large saucepan. Then add the sugar (if using) and salt and stir to toss.

Place the pan over medium heat. Continue to heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved.

The heating process will help bring out the natural juices from the peaches. Even if you skip the sugar, the peaches still need to be heated until they become slightly tender and the juices begin to release.

Heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Then remove the peaches from the heat and proceed with the rest of the recipe as instructed.

*If Using Canned Peaches Start Here To Make Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Slice the butter into small tabs and then place butter pieces into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.

Place the pan in the oven during the preheating process just until the butter melts. When the butter is liquified remove the baking dish from the oven.

Tilt the baking dish in multiple directions so that the butter can coat the entire bottom surface. Then set the dish aside and prepare the batter.

In a large mixing bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Next, stir in the milk just until combined.

Pour the batter mixture into the baking dish and then smooth it until it forms an even layer. Spoon the peaches and juice (or canned peaches and syrup) over the batter.

Don’t worry if you are thinking that an old fashioned peach cobbler traditionally has batter on top of the peaches, and not beneath them. During the baking process, the batter will rise up and cover the majority of the peach slices.

Before placing the cobbler in the oven, sprinkle cinnamon over the top of the entire surface. Then carefully transfer the baking dish to the middle rack in the oven.

Bake at 350°F (177°C) for about 35-40 minutes or until it turns golden brown. Then remove the dish from oven and let the peach cobbler rest for 5 minutes prior to serving.

The resting time allows the juices to thicken up a bit and makes it easier to cut and serve.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Or if you prefer, serve cold or at room temperature at your next backyard barbecue!

Other Delicious Summertime Dessert Recipes

Here are some of my other favorite summertime dessert recipes. Check them out and you may find your new favorite!

And if you are wanting to make classic peach cobbler but you don’t need an entire 9 x 13 inch baking pan, make this Peach Cobbler For Two recipe!

• Cherry Hand Pies
• Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs
• Patriotic Parfait Cups
• Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies
• Apple Pie Dump Cake
• 5 Ingredient Peach Cobbler Recipe
• Ramekin Pineapple Upside Down Cake
• Banana Cream Ice Cream Pie
• Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Squares
• No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

Enjoy! Mary

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