Ingredients

2 bags frozen peaches (20 ounces each)

1 cup granulated sugar (white sugar)

1 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)

1/2 tablespoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

2 teaspoons corn starch

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

1/2 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)

2 tablespoons water

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar (white sugar)

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 tablespoon cinnamon (reserve 1/2 tablespoon for garnish)

1 stick cold unsalted butter

1/4 cup boiling hot water (see notes)

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons granulated sugar (to dust top of cobbler)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

Step 2: In the baking dish, add the frozen peaches, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon, nutmeg, corn starch, cream of tartar, 1/2 stick butter, 2 tablespoons water, and lemon juice. Mix well until fully combined. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 3: While the peaches bake, combine the 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon in a bowl.

Step 4: Cut the cold stick of butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your hands until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5: Stir in the boiling hot water until just combined, forming a dough with a drop biscuit-like texture.

Step 6: Remove the peaches from the oven and spoon the cobbler dough in golf-ball-sized droplets over the peaches, leaving small spaces between each to ensure even cooking.

Step 7: Combine 3 tablespoons granulated sugar and the reserved 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture over the dough droplets.

Step 8: Return the dish to the oven uncovered and bake for 30-45 minutes until the crust is golden brown. Check after 30 minutes and remove when done.

Step 9: Let cool slightly and enjoy your warm, delicious Southern Peach Cobbler!

Tips & Variations

Use fresh peaches in season instead of frozen for an extra burst of flavor.

Add a splash of bourbon or a pinch of ground ginger to the peach filling for added depth.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a classic pairing.

If you don’t have cream of tartar, you can omit it; it helps with texture but isn’t essential.

Make sure the biscuit dough droplets are spaced apart so they bake through and don’t merge into a thick crust.

FAQs

Can I use fresh peaches instead of frozen?

Absolutely! Fresh peaches work wonderfully in this recipe, especially when they are ripe and in season. Simply peel, slice, and use the same quantity as the frozen peaches.

What if I don’t have cream of tartar?

You can omit the cream of tartar if you don’t have it on hand. It helps with the texture of the filling but is not crucial to the overall success of the cobbler.