This version is as easy as it gets — no pie crust, no fancy equipment — just butter, batter, and peaches that magically bake into a golden, caramelized cobbler.
🧾 Ingredients
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½ cup (1 stick / 115 g) butter, melted
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1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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1 tbsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup (240 ml) milk
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1 can (29 oz / 820 g) sliced peaches in syrup (or in juice — don’t drain!)
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for topping)
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Optional: a pinch of nutmeg for warmth
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and melt it in the oven while it preheats. -
Make the batter:
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In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Add milk and whisk until smooth.
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(The batter will be thin — that’s perfect!)
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Assemble the cobbler:
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Pour the batter evenly over the melted butter in the pan — do not stir!
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Spoon the peaches and their syrup evenly over the top of the batter — again, do not stir!
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Sprinkle cinnamon (and nutmeg, if using) over the top.
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Bake:
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Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
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The batter will rise up through the peaches, creating that classic cobbler texture.
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Cool slightly & serve:
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Let sit 10 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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🍑 Tips & Variations
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You can use fresh or frozen peaches instead of canned. If fresh, toss sliced peaches with ½ cup sugar and let them sit 15 minutes to release juices.
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Try with blackberries, blueberries, or cherries — same method, same magic.
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For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.
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Want a caramelized crust? Sprinkle 2 tbsp brown sugar over the top before baking.
Would you like me to give you a cast iron skillet version or a small-batch (2-serving) version of this cobbler next?
