🎉 Introduction
This Grandma’s Famous Peach Cobbler is the kind of dessert that transports you straight to a Southern kitchen on a summer afternoon. With just 7 simple ingredients, this timeless recipe creates the perfect balance of juicy peaches and golden, buttery topping. It’s a fuss-free, crowd-pleasing treat that’s best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. No fancy steps, just comfort in a casserole dish! 🥄🍑
🧰 Equipment Needed
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Spatula
🛒 Ingredients
🥫 Canned Goods
- 1 (29 oz) can peaches in syrup (do not drain)
🧂 Baking & Spices
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
🧈 Dairy
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
🍨 Optional for Serving
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place butter in the baking dish and put it in the oven until melted (about 5 minutes).
Step 2: Mix the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble
Remove the baking dish with melted butter from the oven.
Pour the batter on top of the melted butter—do not stir.
Spoon the entire can of peaches (with syrup) evenly over the batter.
Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Step 5: Serve
Let cobbler cool slightly.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate nostalgic dessert!
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: ~55 minutes
🥄 Variations
- Fresh Fruit Twist: Use fresh or frozen peaches with ½ cup sugar and ½ cup juice.
- Berry Mix: Add ½ cup blueberries or raspberries.
- Spiced Up: Add ¼ tsp nutmeg or cardamom with the cinnamon.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute self-rising flour with a gluten-free blend + 1½ tsp baking powder.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Microwave individual portions or rewarm in a 300°F oven until heated through.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cobbler for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat as needed.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?
Yes! Use 4 cups peeled, sliced peaches + ½ cup sugar and ½ cup peach juice or water.
2. What if I don’t have self-rising flour?
Use 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt.
3. Can I use almond milk or another non-dairy milk?
Yes—just make sure it’s unsweetened and unflavored.
4. Do I drain the peaches?
No—use the syrup for the best flavor and texture.
5. Is this recipe super sweet?
It’s pleasantly sweet. Reduce sugar to ¾ cup for a lighter version.
6. Can I double the recipe?
Yes—use a deeper 9×13-inch dish or a larger baking pan.
7. Can I add nuts?
Absolutely—chopped pecans or walnuts sprinkled on top are delicious.
8. What’s the best way to reheat it?
Oven works best for keeping the top crisp; microwave for speed.
9. Does it need to be refrigerated?
Yes—after cooling, refrigerate leftovers.
10. Can I make this ahead of time?
Bake it earlier in the day and reheat before serving—best fresh!
📝 Conclusion
This 7-ingredient Peach Cobbler is the easiest way to bring Southern comfort to your table. Whether you’re making it for Sunday supper or a holiday gathering, it’s always a hit. Sweet, buttery, and loaded with fruit, it’s everything you want in a classic cobbler. Don’t forget the vanilla ice cream! 🍑🍨
Grandma’s Famous Peach Cobbler – Classic, Cozy & Made with Just 7 Ingredients
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place butter in the baking dish and put it in the oven until melted (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Remove the baking dish with melted butter from the oven.
- Pour the batter on top of the melted butter—do not stir.
- Spoon the entire can of peaches (with syrup) evenly over the batter.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cobbler cool slightly.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate nostalgic dessert!
Notes
Fresh Fruit Twist: Use fresh or frozen peaches with ½ cup sugar and ½ cup juice. Berry Mix: Add ½ cup blueberries or raspberries. Spiced Up: Add ¼ tsp nutmeg or cardamom with the cinnamon. Gluten-Free: Substitute self-rising flour with a gluten-free blend + 1½ tsp baking powder. 🧊 Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat: Microwave individual portions or rewarm in a 300°F oven until heated through. Freezer: Freeze baked cobbler for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat as needed. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?
Yes! Use 4 cups peeled, sliced peaches + ½ cup sugar and ½ cup peach juice or water. 2. What if I don’t have self-rising flour?
Use 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt. 3. Can I use almond milk or another non-dairy milk?
Yes—just make sure it’s unsweetened and unflavored. 4. Do I drain the peaches?
No—use the syrup for the best flavor and texture. 5. Is this recipe super sweet?
It’s pleasantly sweet. Reduce sugar to ¾ cup for a lighter version. 6. Can I double the recipe?
Yes—use a deeper 9×13-inch dish or a larger baking pan. 7. Can I add nuts?
Absolutely—chopped pecans or walnuts sprinkled on top are delicious. 8. What’s the best way to reheat it?
Oven works best for keeping the top crisp; microwave for speed. 9. Does it need to be refrigerated?
Yes—after cooling, refrigerate leftovers. 10. Can I make this ahead of time?
Bake it earlier in the day and reheat before serving—best fresh! 📝 Conclusion
This 7-ingredient Peach Cobbler is the easiest way to bring Southern comfort to your table. Whether you’re making it for Sunday supper or a holiday gathering, it’s always a hit. Sweet, buttery, and loaded with fruit, it’s everything you want in a classic cobbler. Don’t forget the vanilla ice cream! 🍑🍨
