Desserts
Skillet Peach Cobbler
Juicy cinnamon-spiced peaches bubble up under a golden, buttery cake-like topping baked right in a cast iron skillet.
There's something about a cobbler baked in a well-seasoned skillet that gets crispier edges and a more even rise than any casserole dish can manage. This one uses ripe summer peaches and a hands-off batter that pours right over melted butter, so it does all the work itself in the oven.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 cups sliced fresh peaches (about 6 peaches)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
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Melt the butterPreheat the oven to 350°F, place the butter in a 10-inch cast iron skillet, and set it in the oven to melt while it preheats.
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Mix the batterWhisk the flour, 3/4 cup of the sugar, baking powder, and salt together, then stir in the milk and vanilla until just combined.
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Toss the peachesIn a separate bowl, toss the sliced peaches with the remaining sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Layer the skilletCarefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and pour the batter evenly over the melted butter, without stirring.
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Add the peachesSpoon the peaches and their juices evenly over the batter; do not stir, as the batter will rise up around the fruit as it bakes.
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Bake until goldenBake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean.
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Rest and serveLet the cobbler cool for 10-15 minutes before serving warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Okra & Oak Tip
If your peaches are a little underripe, add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the fruit mixture to compensate for the tartness.
Storage
Cover and refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days; reheat individual portions in the microwave or a 300°F oven until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, thaw and drain frozen peaches well first, or drain canned peaches thoroughly and reduce the added sugar slightly since canned fruit is often sweeter.
No, a 9x13-inch baking dish works fine; just melt the butter in it in the oven first for the same effect.
Nutrition
Per serving. Values are estimates.
310
Calories
3g
Protein
50g
Carbs
12g
Fat
