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Mom’s Magic Peach Cobbler Recipe

January 1, 2022 · FoodHussy · 37 Comments

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My Mom’s MAGIC peach cobbler is the most perfect dessert! It’s warm and sweet, crunchy and juicy! This was THE dessert I asked her to make for my birthday every year! It's cake with fruit and you can even put ice cream on top (although I prefer whipped cream)! via @foodhussy

My Mom’s MAGIC peach cobbler is the most perfect dessert! It’s warm and sweet, crunchy and juicy! This was THE dessert I asked her to make for my birthday every year! It’s cake with fruit and you can even put ice cream on top (although I prefer whipped cream)!

Mom's Magic Peach Cobbler

This time it comes from my Mom! My Mom is a baker – always has been, always will be. She makes a meatloaf so awful that a stray cat wouldn’t even eat it (seriously – one of my favorite childhood memories). But my Mom – well she can bake her little a** off! (She’s very tiny – 5’1″.)

Mom’s peach cobbler recipe supposedly came from our Grandma Grace whose parents brought this from the wagon train. I 100% do not believe that at all. But this old-fashioned peach cobbler is delicious so I keep my mouth shut! 

Mom's Magic Peach Cobbler

What is Peach Cobbler 

Peach Cobbler is a dessert consisting of a peach filling poured into a large baking dish and covered with a batter, biscuit, or dumpling before being baked. They think the “cobbler” comes from it being a little bumpy – like a cobblestone street. 

Mom’s Magic Peach Cobbler Ingredients

You might be curious as to why it’s called MAGIC peach cobbler – well there are a couple of ingredients that create this magical crunchy sugary top that crackles when it bakes. It is my FAVORITE part!

  • sliced peaches – you can use frozen, fresh or canned! I like using frozen peaches because if I have a good fresh peach – I’m eating it ASAP. Canned peaches are a little soft – so frozen are my favorite to use! 
  • sugar – you can use regular sugar or light or dark brown sugar – I’ve used it with all and it’s all yum! (Even a mixture!)
  • softened butter
  • salt
  • flour
  • baking powder
  • milk – any milk or even half & half is fine
  • sugar
  • cornstarch
  • salt
  • boiling water
Mom's Magic Peach Cobbler

What is the easiest way to remove the skin from a peach

If it’s peach season and you bought a crate of fresh peaches, you can easily get the skin off by blanching the peaches! Then they are ready for this cobbler recipe! Here’s how: 

  1. Boil a large pot of water – big enough to submerge all the peaches – an
  2. Reduce heat so water is just simmering and lower peaches into the water. 
  3. Blanch peaches for about 30 seconds.
  4. Using a slotted spoon, carefully move peaches from the pot into a bowl of ice water
  5. Once cooled, pull the peach peel away with your hands.
Mom's Magic Peach Cobbler

How to make Magic Peach Cobbler

  1. Spray baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and preheat oven to 375
  2. Arrange sliced peaches in bottom of baking dish 
    1. If using canned peaches be sure and drain the peach juices/syrup off really well. 
    2. If using frozen, just toss them in frozen
  3. In a medium bowl, cream 3/4 cup sugar with 1/2 cup butter using a hand mixer – sugar will be fully incorporated into butter and it will be creamy like softened butter
  4. Add dry ingredients (salt, flour, baking powder) and milk to make a batter 
    1. if your batter isn’t spreadable – add a little more milk
  5. Spread the batter over fruit
  6. In a separate bowl, stir 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch and a pinch of salt
    1. Feel free to add a teaspoon cinnamon here if you like!
  7. Sprinkle sugar mixture evenly over batter
  8. Microwave 1/4 cup water for 1 minute so it’s boiling
  9. Pour boiling water over ALL of sugar – this is where the MAGIC happens!
    1. Be sure to drizzle the water over all of the sugar so every grain is covered with water!
  10. Bake at 375 for 45 minutes (or until the cobbler topping is done – test like you do cake – toothpick in the center – if it comes out clean – it’s done – should be golden)

The best part is the top is crunchy and cracks with the sugar/water. It’s so delicious! This is by far the best cobbler I’ve ever eaten – and it’s great that I can make it myself. And it’s a dessert with no eggs! Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and that dish will be empty in no time! 

Mom's Magic Peach Cobbler

What is the difference between a cobbler, a crisp and a crumble?

So after much research (quick Wiki-search) – here’s the difference: 

  • Cobbler – fruit with batter/biscuit topping
  • Crisp – fruit with a struesel topping (flour, butter & sugar) 
  • Crumble – fruit with an oat and brown sugar topping

There you have it – mystery solved! 

How do you know when cobbler is done baking? 

You test this easy peach cobbler with a cake tester or a toothpick – just like you do a cake! Stick the toothpick into the center of the cobbler cake topping and if it comes out clean – it’s done! 

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What can be made with peaches? 

  • Air Fryer Grilled Peaches
  • Peach & Donut Bread Pudding
  • Quick & Easy Peach Jam

Other Recipes from My Mom

  • Mom’s Pumpkin Pie
  • Mom’s Chicken & Dumplings
  • Mom’s Quiche
Mom's Magic Peach Cobbler

Mom’s Magic Peach Cobbler

My Mom’s MAGIC peach cobbler is the most perfect dessert! It’s warm and sweet, crunchy and juicy! This was THE dessert I asked her to make for my birthday every year! It's cake with fruit and you can even put ice cream on top (although I prefer whipped cream)!
4.56 from 68 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 317 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Silicone spatula
  • Hand Mixer
  • Batter Bowl
  • Cake Tester

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups sliced peaches frozen, fresh or canned
  • 3/4 cup sugar recommend white
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar white or brown
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup boiling water
Makes: 8inch8 x 8inch rectangle, 3inch height

Instructions
 

  • Spray baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and preheat oven to 375
  • Arrange sliced peaches in bottom of baking dish 
    * If using canned peaches be sure and drain the peach juices/syrup off really well. If using frozen, just toss them in frozen
    4 cups sliced peaches
  • In a medium bowl, cream 3/4 cup sugar with 1/2 cup butter using a hand mixer – sugar will be fully incorporated into butter and it will be creamy like softened butter
    3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup softened butter
  • Add dry ingredients (salt, flour, baking powder) and milk to make a batter if your batter isn’t spreadable – add a little more milk
    1/8 tsp salt, 1 cup flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 cup milk
  • Spread the batter over fruit
  • In a separate bowl, stir 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch and a pinch of saltFeel free to add a teaspoon cinnamon here if you like!
    1/2 cup sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, pinch salt
  • Sprinkle sugar mixture evenly over batter
  • Microwave 1/4 cup water for 1 minute so it's boiling
    1/4 cup boiling water
  • Pour boiling water over ALL of sugar – this is where the MAGIC happens!Be sure to drizzle the water over all of the sugar so every grain is covered with water!
  • Bake at 375 for 45 minutes (or until the cobbler topping is done – test like you do cake – toothpick in the center – if it comes out clean – it’s done – should be golden)

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Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 52.2gProtein: 2.9gFat: 12.2gSaturated Fat: 7.5gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 235mgFiber: 1.6gSugar: 39gCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cobbler, peaches
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  1. nicole b says

    February 3, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    I'm trying this tonight for a potluck tomorrow…if it last that long. It looks yummy.

    Reply
  2. Danielle says

    May 30, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    Looks just yummy! Am trying it out this afternoon; will comment again later – AFTER the kids have tried it.

    Thanks!

    Danielle
    lamarco.us/seco/?p=275

    Reply
  3. Unknown says

    June 28, 2011 at 3:26 pm

    Looks delicious!I found you from the foodie blog roll and I'd love to guide Foodista readers to your site. I hope you could add this peach widget at the end of this post so we could add you in our list of food bloggers who blogged about recipes for peaches,thanks!

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    December 27, 2012 at 2:45 am

    Looks a lot like the recipe I have (from my great gramma) for Blueberry Buckle. It is wonderful ala mode 🙂 This is a the first time I have see another recipe like it. I never even imagined using anything other than blueberries.
    Thank you for sharing 🙂
    Kerry

    Reply
  5. Anonymous says

    May 14, 2018 at 8:04 pm

    What size pan do you use for this recipe?

    Reply
  6. FoodHussy says

    May 14, 2018 at 8:36 pm

    I typically use an 8×8 glass dish

    Reply
  7. Lisa says

    July 17, 2018 at 12:28 am

    So, my parents were from Georgia and of course Georgia peaches were the best. Now my children live in Austin and Texas is equally proud of their peaches! Now that I live here too, I made your cobbler with Texas peaches and it was fabulous. It was devoured in one sitting which is high praise indeed!

    Reply
  8. Unknown says

    August 7, 2018 at 2:03 am

    Heather,
    Have you ever doubled the recipe? Do you use a 9×13 pan or something larger? An 8×8 just doesn't cut it in our house, my family loves this!! I made it with frozen tart cherries and it was amazing.

    Reply
  9. Unknown says

    September 4, 2018 at 4:38 am

    Best recipe ever!

    Reply
  10. FoodHussy says

    September 4, 2018 at 4:40 am

    Hahaha – thanks!!! Glad you love it!

    Reply
  11. FoodHussy says

    September 4, 2018 at 4:41 am

    Yes!!! I need to make a batch again – I love it so much!

    Reply
  12. FoodHussy says

    September 4, 2018 at 4:41 am

    I would just use a larger pan – yes 9×13 would work. just make sure the batter thickness doesn't get too thin or too thick so you still get a bite with each bite of fruit! And yes – I have some blueberries in the freezer begging to be used!

    Reply
  13. Unknown says

    September 4, 2018 at 7:59 pm

    I made this cobbler today and OH MY is it good. I had some frozen fruit in my freezer I needed to use I had a few peaches and some mixed fruit, blueberries,strawberries, peaches and mango. I did pick out some of the mango and strawberries for the kids to eat, but, WOW I have to say I was not disappointed at all. It is very good.

    Reply
  14. Food Hussy says

    September 5, 2018 at 2:58 pm

    yeah!!! I"m so glad you liked it! I can't tell you what a kick my mom gets out of seeing peoples comments on her recipe! 🙂

    Reply
  15. mp3 indir says

    March 14, 2019 at 4:17 am

    i like it so much

    Reply
  16. Yolanda says

    July 17, 2020 at 7:46 am

    Hi, I was wondering if this could be made in a disposable pan..

    Thanks

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      July 17, 2020 at 8:48 am

      Yes definitely!

  17. Sheontai says

    January 20, 2022 at 8:36 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! I loved it. I used frozen peaches. I loved that the peaches were not sweet just the cobbler. I will make this again. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      January 21, 2022 at 12:09 am

      glad you liked it!!!

  18. Ben says

    January 28, 2022 at 9:01 pm

    Hello there. I just had a couple quick questions. When you measure your flour, do you scoop it with the measuring cup and then level, or do you spoon it into the measuring cup and then level? Also, I have both 8×8 and 9×9 pans but they’re 2 inches deep. I’m thinking of making the cobbler in the 9×9. Do you think the batter will still be thick enough? Thanks!

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      January 28, 2022 at 9:54 pm

      the flour – i usually spoon into the cup and then level but that’s mainly because of the container i keep my flour in. but loose flour – not like tightly packed. re: pan – 8×8 or 9×9 will work – either is fine!

  19. Marty says

    July 17, 2022 at 3:13 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious! I used frozen peaches. You’d never know they weren’t fresh.

    Reply
  20. Marilyn says

    July 19, 2022 at 12:28 am

    5 stars
    Best peach cobbler I’ve ever made, I think it’s the way the top sugar is prepared.

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      July 19, 2022 at 9:53 am

      thank you – i agree!

  21. Rita says

    July 31, 2022 at 12:06 pm

    5 stars
    I have made this recipe twice using fresh peaches. It is easy and delicious. Add ice cream and let it all melt in your mouth! Strongly recommend. I love cobblers made with fresh fruit but didn’t have a specific one for peaches. I do now!

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      July 31, 2022 at 2:48 pm

      That’s great – makes me so happy! And you can use it with other fruits too – I have done triple berry and blueberry too!

  22. Mary Jo says

    August 2, 2022 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    Made this yesterday and it’s gone! Grandson asked me to make it again.

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      August 2, 2022 at 5:58 pm

      Yahoo! That’s awesome!

  23. Chris says

    August 20, 2022 at 9:05 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my stars! This is delicious!! I found fresh peaches and elderberries at the farmers market today and decided to make this recipe as written with the addition of 1 cup of elderberries added. It was one of the best desserts I’ve ever made! This recipe is a keeper! Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      August 20, 2022 at 9:26 pm

      That’s awesome!!!!

  24. cerissa says

    August 23, 2022 at 3:16 pm

    Can this be made in a dutch oven over charcoal? Would you recommend mixing brown and white sugar like your blueberry cobbler? Any other tips?

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      August 24, 2022 at 7:23 pm

      Yes – you can do it over the charcoal! And you can mix sugars – I usually go with the white sugar but the brown sugar adds a little richness. I suggest using fresh or frozen fruit vs. canned.

  25. june says

    October 3, 2022 at 11:05 pm

    5 stars
    We loved this cobbler. The crust on top is wonderful. I did cut the fresh peaches smaller I don’t big chunks. I had some raspberries and threw a hand full in. we liked it. Will make it again.

    Reply
  26. Katie says

    November 14, 2022 at 2:25 pm

    5 stars
    I made this last night and OMG I had it again for breakfast. So good.

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      November 14, 2022 at 2:27 pm

      I’m glad you loved it!!!! It is the best!!

  27. Anthony M says

    January 29, 2023 at 8:21 pm

    5 stars
    We wanted to try a new recipe and I found this one. I was a little skeptical when I saw how you have to spread the batter, but followed the directions and it came out AMAZING!!! TASTED DELICIOUS! Thank u for sharing this.

    Reply
    • FoodHussy says

      January 29, 2023 at 8:47 pm

      Thank you for the comment – it’s a little different but sooooooooo good!

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