Slow-Baked Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Crisp

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Tender baked peaches topped with a buttery brown sugar and oat crisp that slowly caramelizes in the oven. This southern-inspired desserts ready in about 90 minutes layers peeled and sliced fresh peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice 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 280 calories and feeds 8, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 75 min Serves 8 Southern cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 5 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Toss gently to coat.
  2. Step 2: Transfer the peach mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix 3/4 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  4. Step 4: Add 6 tbsp cold, cubed unsalted butter to the oat mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract to the topping mixture.
  6. Step 6: Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar oat topping over the peaches.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the peach juices are bubbling around the edges.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Baked Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Crisp take to make?

Total time is about 90 minutes (15 min prep + 75 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 Slow-Baked Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Crisp?

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 Slow-Baked Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Crisp?

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 Slow-Baked Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Crisp for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Slow-Baked Peach Cobbler with Brown Sugar Crisp?

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.

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