Peach Cobbler with Canned Peaches

Learn how to make this Peach Cobbler with Canned Peaches. It only takes butter, sugar, milk flour, and canned peaches to make this easy peach cobbler recipe. Sweet, decadent, and a total comfort food dessert. Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and dive in spoon first. Try this easy cobbler with canned peaches this week.

This peach dessert is one you can enjoy all year round. It is okay if it isn’t fresh peaches season. Just reach for a can and a few staple pantry ingredients and get to baking.

Make sure to try out our other popular peach recipes! Peach scones easy peach tart or our popular holiday-approved peach pie.

This homemade peach cobbler uses simple ingredients and has a biscuit dough topping that bakes up perfectly. It is the easiest cobbler recipe we have tried! Don’t wait, try it today. You can thank us later. Forget the fresh peaches, and reach for canned for an easy prep.

Reasons You Will Love This Recipe

• Mix and pour into a baking dish and toss in the oven to bake.
• Simple ingredients you might have on hand in your fridge and pantry already.
• The fluffy and light cobbler topping that melts in your mouth.
• No peeling or major prep since you are using canned peaches for the base.
• Sweet peaches in every single bite of this dessert.
• A dessert you can throw together for last-minute guests, serving at a potluck event or even a holiday party.

Ingredients Needed

​Self-Rising Flour – we used self-rising flour for this recipe. It has all the ingredients to allow the flour to rise and become fluffy as it bakes.

Sugar – Granulated sugar is what we used to add sweetness to the cobbler.

Milk – we do recommend whole milk as it will add the richest flavor to the dish.

​Butter – Salted butter is what we used. If you use unsalted butter then add a pinch of salt to the dry ingredients.

Peaches – Canned peaches that are drained will be the base of the peach recipe. Drain off the juice whether it is heavy syrup or fruit juice.

How to Make Self-Rising Flour With All-Purpose Flour?

For every 1 cup of all-purpose flour, you will need to add 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well and use.

You can turn all-purpose flour into self-rising flour you can use in any recipe. This is the easiest way to make your own flour mixture. You can make it and store it in an airtight container for using flour later if you make more than you need.

How to Make

Full measurements and steps are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. This is a visual walk-through.

1. Preheat the oven, and grease your 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Place a stick of butter in the baking dish. Then place it in the oven to melt the butter.
3. While butter is melting add your sugar, milk, and flour into a large bowl. Mix with a fork or spoon.
4. Remove the pan from the oven. Pour the mixture over the butter. DO NOT STIR.
5. Add the peaches evenly over the top.
6. Bake as directed and once done, remove and serve.

Expert Tip: Add a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon with the peaches to add a nice warm spice tone to the cobbler. Even a little nutmeg would be.

Variations to Recipe

Here are some ways to change up the fruit cobbler. This is a great recipe for a beginner cook as it is simple to make and the whole thing is quick and easy.

• You can use frozen peaches if you want. Just add the frozen peaches in frozen, don’t thaw them first.
• Add a splash of vanilla extract. We would do 1/2 teaspoon for added sweetness to the fruit.
• Use ripe peaches that are peeled, if you want a fresh peach cobbler recipe. Just place peach slices all over the top of the batter.
• Add in honey or maple syrup in replace of the white sugar.
• You can use your usual artificial sweetener in replace of the sugar. Just convert how much sweetener to use.
• Add in 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice or fresh orange juice. Then add 1 lemon zest or 1 orange zest for a citrus twist.
• Top the peaches with some chopped pecans or walnuts if you want a crunch factor.
• Add in some fresh raspberries blueberries or even strawberries for added fruity flavor.
• Sprinkle on 1/3 cup coconut flakes for a twist to this easy cobbler recipe.
• Instead of melting butter in the oven, you can do melted butter in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute. Then just pour it into the baking dish.
• Swap the granulated sugar with light brown sugar for a warm caramel tone to enhance the peach filling of this dessert.

Expert Tips For Success

• When you go to pour the wet batter over the butter, do not mix the butter and the wet mixture together.
• Same for placing the peach mixture on top. Place the peaches but do not stir the mixture. It will bake up perfectly without stirring.
• Make sure to spread the peaches all over the top of the batter. Then the top of the peaches will sink in a bit as the batter rises and bakes up.
• Do not overmix the batter, as it will make it dense and affect the light texture.
• ​A preheated oven is key, that way when you place the cobbler in to bake it instantly starts baking.
• Use a toothpick to stick in the cobbler mixture and if it comes out clean of wet batter it is done. You will also find it creates a golden brown topping next to the juicy peaches.

Storing Leftovers

Refrigerate: We always recommend refrigerating leftover fruit cobblers. This is going to ensure it stores the longest. It will last for up to 5 days in the fridge. If you store at room temperature it will last 1-2 days.

Freezer: Go right ahead and freeze any of the cobblers you don’t want to eat right away. Place in a freezer-friendly container and freeze for 2-3 months. Then thaw in the fridge overnight. Eat the leftover cobbler chilled or warm it up in the microwave or oven.

Practical notes

Can we use other fruits in place of peaches?

Any type of fruit works for this recipe. Fresh fruit or frozen fruit are both welcome as well as canned. Apples, berries, sliced pears, etc. Just peel the fruit first like apples and pears so they don’t offer a chewy texture.

What’s the difference between cobbler and crisp?

A cobbler is a cake-biscuit-like topping. Whereas a crisp is made with oats, flour, brown sugar, and sometimes nuts. The filling can be the same but the topping to the dessert is totally different in terms of texture and flavor.

​ Can we adjust the sweetness of the cobbler?

Use less sugar if you want to make a less sweet cobbler. Also reach for cans of peaches that are in juice and not a heavy syrup, as that will offer added sweetness.

Cobbler and Crisp Recipes

• Peach Cobbler Muffins
• Black Forest Cobbler
• Cherry Crisp
• Rhubarb Crisp

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Ingredients

Makes 12 servings

• 1 stick of salted butter
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of milk, whole
• 1 cup of flour, self rising
• 1 can of peaches, 15 oz, drained

Equipment

• 9×13 Baking Dish
• Measuring Cups
• Mixing bowl

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Then place your stick of butter in a 9×13 pan and place in the oven to allow it to melt.
2. While the butter is melting, you will grab a medium mixing bowl and add your milk sugar and flour. Mix well.
3. Once butter is melted remove the pan from the oven. Pour the wet batter all over the butter. DO NOT MIX.
4. Then you will take your drained peaches and spread all over the top of the wet batter and butter.
5. Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until it is golden brown and the batter is fully cooked and no wet batter shows if you stick a toothpick in the batter.
6. Serve warm! We love adding ice cream or whipped cream on top.

Kitchen notes

Fresh or Frozen: If you don’t want to use canned peaches go right ahead and use fresh peaches or frozen peaches. Place frozen peaches on straight from freezer. Peel fresh peaches first. Sugar – You can use less sugar for a lighter cobbler, or swap with your favorite sweetener if you don’t want the added sugar. Drain Peaches – Make sure to drain the peaches before you place them on top of the cobbler. Do not stir- The cobbler batter will rise up and bake into the peaches. Stirring will affect the overall texture of the cobbler.