Dutch Oven Peach Cobbler

This sensational peach cobbler is beginner-friendly, delicious, and ready to serve in just over an hour.

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Picture this: it’s three in the afternoon and I have to be at my family’s Christmas party at half past five. Several months ago, I may have been a little overambitious (or delusional) and committed to bringing a lemon meringue pie to said party, completely homemade by yours truly. After failing to make the lemon filling, followed by the crust coming out both soggy and charred, I’m sweating through my clothes and wondering if I should just swing by a bakery on my way there.

This scenario has played out more times than I can count. But if you’ve been in the same position, fear not; we will pull through with this Dutch oven peach cobbler recipe. Perfect for beginners and beloved by seasoned bakers, this peach cobbler is the dessert recipe you will happily return to again and again.

I’ve done the research, and the verdict is in: this peach cobbler simply cannot exist without its ideal counterpart, a scoop (or two) of old-fashioned vanilla bean ice cream. Look, I’m no purist; I routinely order the goat cheese and thyme flavor at my local ice cream parlor. But let it be known that with this cobbler, you really can’t beat a scoop of classic vanilla bean ice cream on top.

Is Peach Cobbler Healthy?

This dessert recipe contains gluten, sugar, butter, and milk. Swaps can be made for the butter and milk to make it vegan-friendly, just use your preferred plant-based butter and milk. Keep in mind that alterations are likely to lead to some variability in the consistency of the peach cobbler.

It’s my personal belief that there really is space in our diets for all of our favorite foods with a bit of moderation and mindfulness. Sharing joy-filled foods with our loved ones is one of life’s great pleasures.

Hassle-Free Dutch Oven Hack

Cleaning a Dutch oven is typically pretty painless. However, with cobblers, things can get a bit sticky. That’s why I have the following tips to shorten your clean-up process: to avoid having to scrape off baked-on fruit residue, you can use aluminum foil or parchment paper to line the inside of your Dutch oven, or use a disposable oven liner that fits your specific Dutch oven.

FAQs & Tips

HOW TO MAKE AHEAD AND STORE

You can store your leftover peach cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It will also freeze well, just wrap the cobbler tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil. This double layer will help prevent freezer burn, and it can be frozen for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to defrost it, thaw the cobbler in the refrigerator overnight.

IS IT BETTER TO USE CANNED PEACHES OR FRESH PEACHES FOR COBBLER?

You can use either canned or fresh peaches to make peach cobbler. I prefer to use fresh peaches when I can, but I’ve used canned peaches many times before at a 1:1 ratio, and it’s always delicious—this recipe uses fresh peaches.

WHY IS MY PEACH COBBLER RUNNY?

Be sure to pay special attention to the quantity of flour and baking powder listed in this recipe, and use the correct amount of both. Adding too much or too little of either will affect the consistency of the cobbler. Once the cobbler has finished baking, set it aside on a wire rack and allow it to cool, as it will thicken as it cools down.

Serving Suggestions

There’s no better match for this peach cobbler than good old-fashioned vanilla bean ice cream. You can also use your favorite ice cream flavor, or if you’re looking to up the protein, look no further than this peanut butter, mint, and chocolate chip Cottage Cheese Ice Cream recipe. I would personally omit the peanut butter and mint if I were serving it with this specific cobbler, but you’re free to do as you please!

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