Imagine sweetened juicy peaches on the bottom of a heated baking dish and topped with a buttery, biscuit-like topping sprinkled with granulated sugar and cold scoops of rich, dairy free vanilla ice cream. This Peach Cobbler will melt in your mouth and be a year-round favorite.

What used to be known as a favored dessert in the south has now become popular across the country.

And there's no doubt why-- this Peach Cobbler is loaded with sweet peaches and topped with a biscuit-like crust that comes together quickly.

The biscuit-style topping is soft on the inside and golden brown with a slightly crunchy outside leaving you wanting a second helping.

Let me tell you, the peach-to-topping ratio is spot on. As in perfect.

And we are always down for warm desserts topped with cold ice cream too.

By using frozen peaches you can enjoy this recipe year-round. And you'll notice this recipe uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand in your pantry.

homemade peach cobbler ingredients

• frozen peaches-- this is the fastest method, though fresh peaches can also be used-- but prepare yourself for a much more time-consuming dessert. We do not recommend canned peaches for this recipe.
• granulated sugar
• fresh lemon juice-- fresh is always best
• gluten free all-purpose flour-- we use Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1 to 1 Baking Mix; buy it in bulk here and save yourself some money
• xanthan gum-- omit if your all-purpose flour contains this or guar gum
• cornstarch or arrowroot powder-- this helps thicken the peach cobbler
• kosher salt
• baking powder-- this loses its potency after being opened for 6 months. We recommend always labeling with the date new containers when first opened.
• dairy free butter-- refrigerated; our go-to is Earth Balance Buttery Sticks
• shortening-- you want this cold so refrigerate it before using, vegetable or palm oil shortening
• eggs-- room temperature
• dairy free milk-- we use refrigerated Silk Unsweetened Almond Milk. Any dairy free milk will work.
• optional-- dairy free ice cream or whipped topping

useful kitchen essentials for this recipe

• 9x13-inch baking pan-- (3 quart) we use our glass Pyrex baking dish for desserts and dinner recipes all week long. Keep in mind different kinds of baking dishes (aluminum, metal, glass) will change the bake time.
• pastry cutter-- this is a kitchen must
• turkey baster-- use this to remove excess liquid after the cobbler is baked, if desired
• dessert bowls-- we love to serve this dish in fancy dessert bowls

frequently asked questions

what are the best kind of peaches to use

We prefer using frozen peaches for this class recipe. You can use fresh peaches; however, keep in mind this recipe calls for 3 pounds of sliced peaches.

do we eat this immediately out of the oven

We prefer to allow this dessert to sit for 15 minutes after it's removed from the oven. This allows the juices to thicken upon standing.

what's the difference between a cobbler and a crisp

This confused me so much growing up. You too? A cobbler is a deep-dish baked fruit dessert with a thick dropped-biscuit, while a crisp is a baked fruit dessert topped with a crisp and crunchy layer of gluten free oats, brown sugar, and butter.

how do I store a peach cobbler

Cover and refrigerate any leftover Peach Cobbler leftovers. It will help keep the cobbler topping from getting too mushy. It will keep in the refrigerator for 2 days.

can I make this dessert ahead of time

Ideally, you should bake your peach cobbler shortly before you wish to serve it.

And you'll find a similar Peach Cobbler recipe by Pioneer Woman. I absolutely love her recipes and fun cooking show. We did slightly alter the ingredients to work better with our gluten and dairy free substitutes.

more dessert recipes everyone loves

• blueberry crisp-- this recipe has juicy blueberries, topped with buttery crisp topping and a scoop of ice cream
• classic apple crisp-- tender sweet apple slices on the bottom with double the crisp topping
• peach ice cream-- a 2-ingredient no-churn ice cream that is cold, rich, and refreshing
• zucchini bars-- here is the perfect end-of-summer dessert bars. They're packed full of moist zucchini, cinnamon, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting
• pecan bars-- a buttery shortbread crust topped with a sweet pecan glaze. These are so addictive.
• pumpkin ice cream-- better than a slice of pumpkin pie, we look forward to this cold treat every fall
• carrot cake bars with brown sugar cream cheese frosting-- 9x13-inch baking dish packed full of moist carrots, applesauce, crushed pineapple and sprinkled with cinnamon and warm spices. This cake is mouthwatering and easy to make.
• softest chocolate chip cookies-- you'll love to indulge on these warm cookies right off the baking sheet
• fall dessert roundup-- here's your fall dessert guide to enjoying the best cozy treats and homemade desserts

lastly

This classic Peach Cobbler is a much-loved dessert. You will enjoy warm sweet peaches with a buttery, cobbler-style crust, perfect for your evening dessert.

Serve this with a scoop of ice cream or whipped topping and it's pure heaven.

And you'll find so many more delicious desserts on our website-- not to mention breakfast, lunch, dinner, and safe snack ideas too.

We love sharing our favorite homemade gluten and dairy free recipes with you.

To save you some time here is our Thanksgiving Day Roundup, Christmas Desserts (cookies, bars, cakes, everything you can think of to rock the Christmas dessert table!) and even our round up of favorite Super Bowl recipes.

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Eat well and feel well,

Jill

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