Baked Southern Peach Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel
A warm, comforting peach cobbler topped with a crunchy cinnamon streusel, perfect for cozy gatherings. This southern-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes layers peeled and sliced fresh peaches, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 5 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold, cut into small pieces unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, toss 5 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches with 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon until evenly coated, then set aside to macerate.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
- Step 3: Cut 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fingers until pea-sized crumbs form.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup whole milk and 1 tsp vanilla extract until just combined to form a thick batter.
- Step 5: Transfer the peach mixture evenly into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Step 6: Spoon the batter evenly over the peaches, covering most of the fruit.
- Step 7: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 cup rolled oats, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this streusel topping evenly over the batter.
- Step 8: Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
- Step 9: Let cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Southern Peach Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Baked Southern Peach Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Southern Peach Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Southern Peach Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Southern Peach Cobbler with Cinnamon Streusel?
Southern desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
