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This Southern Peach Cobbler recipe is made with juicy peaches and topped with a mixture of butter, brown sugar, rolled oats and store bought sugar cookie dough. It's done in 60 minutes with minimal hands-on time!
This recipe was originally published in August 2018. It has been revised to include improved content and photos.
Summer peaches are just the best. Those "juices running down my arm and all over my face" kind of deliciousness. It's the best. I "heart" peaches.
This Southern Peach Cobbler recipe is one of those desserts that you absolutely need in your life. The buttery, caramelized goodness of the brown sugar cookie topping and the freshness of the juicy peaches make this the best peach cobbler EVER.
The best part is that it only takes about 10 minutes TOPS to get it in the oven, and under an hour to bake while you nap or whatever!
This recipe was inspired by Lindsay over at Pinch of Yum, and her recipe for Peach Cobbler. I was reading her recipe that has a cookie like topping, and it gave me the idea to use store bought sugar cookie dough for the topping.
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Why Does This Recipe Work?
- The sugar cookie dough makes for the perfect buttery but crunchy topping for the cobbler. Plus, it doesn't get much easier to use.
- Plenty of butter! Yes, this recipe calls for a good amount of butter, which is what makes it so tasty.
- The rolled oats add the perfect amount of crispy, chewy texture to the peach cobbler, like in this Instant Pot Blueberry Cobbler, Old Fashioned Apple Crisp or this Pear Crisp.
- You can use fresh, canned or frozen peaches - the result is awesome either way.
How to Peel Fresh Peaches
If you choose to use fresh peaches, you have the option of peeling them or leaving the peel on. Either way works. However, if you choose to peel them place the whole peaches in a large pot of boiling water for about 20 seconds.
Remove them and place them in a bowl of ice water. The skin should easily come off after they have cooled enough to touch.
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Step By Step Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and add the sliced peaches to a 9 x 13" baking dish. Sprinkle the peaches with the coconut sugar and vanilla extract and toss them to coat the peaches.
If using fresh peaches - you can peel them or not, it's up to you. I find the peels soften while cooking and are a lot less labor intensive.
If using frozen peaches - dump them right in.
If using canned peaches - I like to rinse any syrup off canned peaches before adding them. I much prefer fresh or frozen peaches over canned, but these will work in a pinch.
In a separate bowl, combine the sugar cookie dough and rolled oats and mix to combine.
Take the dough and crumble it over the peaches. This does not need to be perfect. Just use your fingers to get pieces of it all over the peaches so they are mostly covered. **Dust a little flour on your fingers if the dough gets too sticky.
After your cookie dough is spread, sprinkle with the ¼ cup of brown sugar, remaining ¼ cup oats and the pieces of chopped butter (not the melted butter). Bake for 45 minutes.
Remove from oven and let it sit for 30 minutes to an hour. If you can. Letting it stand will result in a more juicy cobbler.
NOTE: If your crust is not browning and caramelizing quick enough, pop it under the broiler for a couple minutes. Just be careful not to burn as the sugar will burn very quickly.
And remember, no peach cobbler is complete without a healthy serving of vanilla ice cream.
Expert Tips
- Frozen peaches can be substituted for fresh.
- If using fresh peaches - you can peel them or not, it's up to you. I find the peels soften while cooking and are a lot less labor intensive.
- If using canned peaches - I like to rinse any syrup off canned peaches before adding them. I much prefer fresh or frozen peaches over canned, but these will work in a pinch.
- If top is not golden brown and crisp after you are finished baking, you can pop it under the broiler for a couple minutes. Just be sure to watch it carefully as the sugar will burn quickly.
- Let the cobbler rest for 30 minutes after removing it from the oven - this allows the juices to set.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use frozen peaches for cobbler? Frozen peaches can be substituted for fresh. Use 5 cups of frozen peaches.
- How long does peach cobbler last? This cobbler will last up to 5 days covered in the fridge.
- Can you freeze peach cobbler? Of course you can! Wrap the cobbler in freezer safe plastic wrap then wrap in a generous amount of foil. This will help to keep the moisture out. You can also divide the cobbler in portions and freeze individually in freezer safe containers. It should keep in the freezer for about 6 months.
- How do you reheat cobbler? Let it come to room temperature for about an hour. Then place it in a 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes, or until warmed through. It can also be microwaved, however, the cobbler will be slightly more mushy if done this way.
Rate the recipe and leave a comment to let me know how it turned out!
Recipe
Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe
Ingredients
- 5 cups sliced peaches
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- 16 ounces sugar cookie dough
- ½ cup rolled oats, plus ¼ cup
- 3 tablespoons butter cut in pieces
- ¼ cup brown sugar plus 4 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Arrange the sliced peaches in a 9 x 13" baking dish. Add the coconut sugar and vanilla extract; stir to coat.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar cookie dough and rolled oats.
- Crumble the mixture on top of the peaches. Take little pieces in your fingers and place all over the top of the peaches. Perfection is not required here. **Dust a little flour on your fingers if the dough gets too sticky.
- Sprinkle the butter pieces, the remaining ¼ cup of oats and ¼ cup brown sugar over the top.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest for 30 minutes before serving.
Expert Tips:
- Frozen peaches can be substituted for fresh.
- If using fresh peaches - you can peel them or not, it's up to you. I find the peels soften while cooking and are a lot less labor intensive.
- If using canned peaches - I like to rinse any syrup off canned peaches before adding them. I much prefer fresh or frozen peaches over canned, but these will work in a pinch.
- If top is not golden brown and crisp after you are finished baking, you can pop it under the broiler for a couple minutes. Just be sure to watch it carefully as the sugar will burn quickly.
- Let the cobbler rest for 30 minutes after removing it from the oven - this allows the juices to set.
- To freeze: Wrap the cobbler in freezer safe plastic wrap then wrap in a generous amount of foil. This will help to keep the moisture out. You can also divide the cobbler in portions and freeze individually in freezer safe containers. It should keep in the freezer for about 6 months.
- To reheat: Let it come to room temperature for about an hour. Then place it in a 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes, or until warmed through. It can also be microwaved, however, the cobbler will be slightly more mushy if done this way.
Kate
I made this last night and it was so tasty! Love it!
Danielle
So glad you liked it Kate!
Sophie
Love cobblers let it be any fruit. Now I want to make my own cobbler and want to eat with ice cream. Your pictures look so amazing. Thanks for this recipe.
Danielle
You're welcome Sophie! Cobblers are so good, especially served with ice cream!
Chris Collins
Peach Cobbler is my absolute favourite!! Love your step by step photos too 🙂
Danielle
Thanks Chris. Peach cobbler really is the best 🙂
Tayo
Can't wait to try this out. My kids are obsessed with peach. Thanks for sharing!
Danielle
Hope you guys love it Tayo!
Jennifer
This peach cobbler was delicious. Our peach tree is overflowing this summer, so I've been making all kinds of dishes with our fresh peaches (and giving a lot of peaches away). Thanks for the recipe!
Danielle
You're welcome Jennifer! I'm so glad you liked it 🙂
Michele
Ooooh! This peach cobbler looks so YUMMY! Gimmie a big bowl with ice cream. I cannot wait to try this, especially since it's easy.
Danielle
Thanks Michele!
Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life
YUM! I'm finally starting to see fresh, local peaches at our grocery store so I'm definitely going to have to give your cobbler recipe a try here soon.
Danielle
Hope you love it Claire!
Jo
Every summer we don't miss making peach cobbler for your Sunday brunch. This is the ultimate summer treat and you rightly said, peach cobbler is not complete without a healthy serving of ice cream, Who can resist.
Danielle
Ice cream is a must!
Julie
We just picked up a bunch of perfectly ripe peaches. If I don't eat them all first, I've been trying to think of a good peach dessert -- this looks fantastic! I haven't made a cobbler in years.
Danielle
Fresh ripe peaches are soooo good....good luck not eating them all!
Karyl Henry
The hardest part about this cobbler will be the waiting time! I'm horrible about that...I'm the person scorching myself on bread right out of the oven 🙂 This cobbler looks so delicious and I love that none of it has to look perfect, and that's kind of the way it's supposed to be.
Danielle
That is the hardest part! Many a burned tongue has happened in my household 🙂
Tammy
I love this idea with the brown sugar cookies...peach cobblers are the perfect note to end a summer's day on 🙂
Danielle
Thanks Tammy! I totally agree 🙂
Aleta
I love all things Cobbler and this recipe looks especially delicious! Thanks for the process photos, they are super helpful. Can't wait to make this!
Danielle
You're welcome Aleta! Hope you get a chance to make it 🙂
Nicolas Hortense
Can't say no to an awesome cobbler recipe!! It's winter where I am so something like this would be perfect!!
Danielle
Cobbler is great in the winter!
Swathi
Peach cobbler is my kind of dessert. I can get juicy peaches in the store and this recipe is perfect for potluck.
Danielle
Perfect for a potluck!
Tammy
Peach cobbler is a summertime must! I always look forward to making fruit cobblers esp when stone fruits are in season. Looks delish!
Danielle
Totally! Thanks Tammy!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
Peaches are in season and so beautiful right now! I would love to eat this with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream! I am picking up some fresh peaches on Saturday and know what I am making!
Danielle
Fresh peaches are just the best!!