Peach Cobbler Recipe – The Best Southern Peach Cobbler
Last Updated on February 18, 2026 by Barbara
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Peach Cobbler is one of those timeless Southern desserts that never goes out of style. Juicy sweet peaches baked under a golden buttery crust create pure soulful comfort in every bite. And when you serve it warm, topped with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this classic dessert transforms into something special. It is perfect for Sunday dinners, holidays or any time of year.
In my home, peach cobbler is a must have on the holiday dessert table and I have spent many years perfecting this recipe. While fresh peaches are wonderful when they are in season, I recommend using frozen peaches the rest of the year. They hold their flavor and texture beautifully (much better than canned), and I have been making this cobbler with them for years with rave reviews.
What makes my recipe special is the perfect balance of warm spices, naturally sweet peaches and a rich flaky crust that practically melts in your mouth. If you have been searching for an easy homemade peach cobbler that is as authentic as it is delicious, you have come to the right place!
Ingredients for Peach Cobbler Recipe:
Here are a few things to remember when making peach cobbler.
For this recipe I use frozen peaches that are convenient when fresh peaches are out of season. However, fresh peaches are ideal when available. Also rolled pie crust is a great substitution for homemade. If you have time, a homemade crust is always the best choice. Homemade crust gives your cobbler a more nostalgic flavor. If you would like to see how I make my homemade crust, see my apple pie video.
- Frozen Peaches: I love to make peach cobbler all year and frozen peaches make this easier to do when fresh peaches are out of season.
- Granulated Sugar and Light Brown Sugar: Both enhance the natural sweetness of the juicy peaches.
- Nutmeg and Cinnamon: The nutmeg and cinnamon provide a warm and comforting spice.
- Butter: The butter adds richness to both the peaches and the crust.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds a warm familiar flavor that enhances the taste.
- Lemon Juice: The lemon juice balances the sweetness of the cobbler.
- Pie Crust (rolled): Rolled pie crust is used as the base for the cobbler and provides a golden, flaky topping.
Watch Me Make Peach Cobbler (Video Tutorial)
How to Make Peach Cobbler
Step 1: Preparing the Bottom Crust
Roll out one pie crust and place it on the bottom of a baking dish. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on the crust and lightly rub it in. Place your dish in the preheated oven and cook for 10 minutes, then set it aside until later.
Step 2: Cooking the Peaches
Melt the butter in a large sauce pan or pot. Add the peaches and simmer for 5 minutes. Next add the lemon juice, vanilla, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes stirring frequently.
Step 3: Making the Lattice Top Crust for the Peach Cobbler
Add the peaches to the baking dish then add the strips of pie crust over the peaches. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on the top crust.
Step 4: Baking Your Peach Cobbler
Place the peach cobbler in the oven and allow it to bake for 50 minutes or until your crust is golden brown.
Peach cobbler is an iconic Southern Soul Food dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. I hope you try this recipe for yourself.
What to Do With Leftover Peach Cobbler
I can’t remember a time when I had any leftover Peach cobbler. But if you are ever so fortunate, here’s how to store it:
Refrigerate:
- Cool: Make sure the cobbler is completely cooled to room temperature.
- Cover: Cover your peach cobbler dish with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate: Store the cobbler in the refrigerator forup to 3 days.
Freeze (for longer storage): You can freeze peach cobbler for up to 3 months.
- Cool: Let the cobbler cool completely.
- Wrap: Wrap the entire cobbler dish tightly with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, or transfer individual servings to airtight freezer-safe containers.
To reheat:
- Refrigerated cobbler: Reheat in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15 minutes, or until warmed through. You can also microwave individual portions until heated through.
- Frozen cobbler: When reheating frozen cobbler, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes. You can bake frozen cobbler directly from the freezer, but you may need to increase the baking time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use canned peaches, but make sure to drain them to avoid any excess liquid. Fresh peaches are best when in season, and frozen peaches are a great substitute when fresh peaches aren’t available.
To prevent a runny cobbler, add cornstarch or flour. Either will help thicken the juices as the cobbler cooks..
Yes! You can bake peach cobbler a day in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator. Reheat it in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Other Great Desserts to Try
- Banana Pudding – another soul food and southern classic recipe. Simply Delicious!
- 7Up Cake – this buttery cake just melts in your mouth.
- Strawberry Pie – full of fresh, sweet and juicy strawberries. A delightful summer treat.
- Red Velvet Cake – this velvety cake is so rich and decadent.
- Banana Cream Pie – simply creamy and delicious.
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Peach Cobbler Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Peaches (frozen)
- 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Cup Brown Sugar
- ½ Cup Butter
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1 ½ tsps Vanilla Extract
- 1/8 tsp Nutmeg
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 box Pie Crust (rolled)
Method
- Preheat Oven to 350 degrees. Roll out one of your pie crusts and place it on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on the pie crust and lightly rub them in. Place your dish in the preheated oven and cook for 10 minutes then set it aside until later. Melt the butter in a large sauce pan or pot. Add the peaches and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Next add the lemon juice, vanilla, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes stirring frequently. Add the peaches to the baking dish then add the strips of pie crust over the peaches.
- Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on the top crust then place it in the oven and bake for 50 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
Great recipe!!
I love your recipes and I will try your peach cobbler with frozen peaches
OMG!! This is the BEST recipe ever for peach cobbler.
What did you use to simmer everything in? The ingredients here aren’t enough liquid.
Absolutely love this recipe. It taste just like my grandmothers cobbler ❤️ ? ?
This recipe is sooooo good!! It is just what I was looking for. I made mini cobblers in muffin pan with pillsbury mini crust. They turned out so good! I used fresh peaches that weren’t that sweet so this recipe really brought the flavor to life!!
I used three fresh peaches and half small bag of frozen peaches.
Excellent recipe! It was exactly what I wanted. They way my grannies & stepmom made cobbler. I left out the nutmeg a personal preference. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
How size of a baking dish is best?
Thank you for this AMAZING recipe !!! I have to tell you that the dish you used is the same o e I have and used and just figured that out!!
The minute I tasted your perfect recipe, I knew I needed to write my first ever review of a recipe. My family, who I had not seen in 4 months, was visiting for Memorial Day weekend. I wanted dessert to be on the money. We all love peaches and hail from Louisiana and Arkansas. Peach Cobbler? It was perfection. Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla was almost as good as hamemade and our weekend was made.
It’s so great to find a REAL peach cobbler recipe just like Mom made! Nowadays, “cobbler” recipes are of a dump-and-bake variety and nothing like Southern farm moms baked. I’m loving that I discovered you and the soul food recipes on which I was raised!!