Juicy peaches sit below a biscuit-like dough flowing with rosemary to give an herbal note to this summertime classic. The sweet cobbler is the ultimate summer dessert.
Sweet Peach Cobbler
Summer wouldn't be complete without a bite of peach cobbler. Seasonal fruit desserts are some of my favorite things to make over the summer, and this peach cobbler might just take the prize for the best one.
Don't get summer peach cobbler confused with a crisp or crumble (see what I did there!?). A cobbler is a sweet dessert with fruit on the bottom and a biscuit-like dough topping. A crisp typically has a crumb topping, while a crumble has a streusel-like topping covering the fruit.
Now, if you questioned the rosemary in the title, you aren't alone. Adding herbs to sweet desserts is one of my favorite things to do. Just check out my lemon rosemary bundt cake, for example. The rosemary goes in the biscuit dough to add an earthy note. It's very subtle but adds in just the right amount of flavor.
While the biscuit-like dough is a major portion of the dessert, the main star of the show is the peach filling. When making this cobbler, I like to give the peaches a rough chop. I toss them with a bit of cinnamon, lemon zest and juice, and cornstarch to thicken up a bite while the cobbler bakes. It's a simple combination that brings a lot of flavor once it is out of the oven.
Looking for more tasty summer desserts? Try my s'mores cookies or peach cobbler cookies!
Why I Love This Summer Peach Cobbler
- Seasonal Favorite — When peaches are at their peak, not much has to be done to them to make them taste great.
- Excellent For All Occasions — This dessert is great for a BBQ or just a weeknight treat.
- Easy to Make — Don't let the dislike of biscuit dough deter you from making this cobbler. It's very simple and hard to mess up.
Ingredients Needed For Summer Peach Cobbler
See below for all the details on what you'll need to make the full recipe.
- Peaches - Look for peaches that are just soft to the touch.
- Buttermilk - Adds a slight tang to the dough and make super fluffy biscuits.
- Rosemary - Adds a slight herbal note to the biscuit dough.
- Cornstarch - Helps thicken up the peach filling.
- Butter - Cube the butter and keep it very cold.
Directions For How To Make Summer Peach Cobbler
- Prepare
Preheat the oven to 350 and prepare a round casserole dish with cooking spray. Set to the side.
- Prepare the peaches.
Core the peaches and then chop them roughly. Toss the peaches in the cornstarch, lemon juice and zest, cinnamon, and salt. Add the peach mixture to a saucepan and cook for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the topping.
Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, rosemary, and salt to a large bowl. Mix and then add the cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix the butter into the flour mixture. When everything is mixed together, you'll want to have pea-sized crumbs. Do your best to work quickly so the butter stays cold. When the butter is combined, add the buttermilk and mix together.
- Prepare the cobbler.
Add the cooked peaches to the casserole dish. Then, add the topping to the cobbler, scooping out the dough in sections. Plop it on top to make sure the peaches are fully covered.
- Bake the cobbler.
Place the cobbler in the oven and bake it for 40-50 minutes. When the topping is golden brown, the cobbler is done. Serve warm, or let the cobbler cool down to room temperature.
Serving Suggestions
Would a bowl of cobbler be complete without a scoop of vanilla ice cream? The pairing is a classic for a reason. Whipped cream or powdered sugar is also an excellent pairing for the summer peach cobbler.
Make Ahead and Storage
The cobbler can be made ahead of time if needed. Make the cobbler, let it cool to room temperature, then cover it with foil and let it sit in the refrigerator until ready to eat. When ready to serve, serve it at room temperature or warm it up slightly in the oven.
If you have any extras, you can freeze the summer peach cobbler. However, the biscuit dough may be a little soggy when defrosting. The cobbler can also be prepared and frozen for 2-3 months. Simply place it in the oven when ready to bake. Since it was frozen, it may need some extra time in the oven.
Tips and Variations
- Switch Up The Fruit - The best part about a cobbler is that basically, any fruit can go underneath the topping. Go with berries, cherries, or apples in the fall.
- Rosemary - Herbs in desserts not your thing? No problem. Leave out the rosemary and make the biscuit topping like normal.
- Peaches - Chop the peaches into rough chunks for a great texture. Also, it is best to leave the skin on the peaches.
FAQs
Prebaking the peaches is not a necessary step, but it will ensure that your peaches are thoroughly cooked without the dough burning in the oven. If you skip this step, the peaches may have more of a bite to them.
Yes! If you don't have a round casserole dish, an 8x8 pan will work fine. You may need to adjust on the amount of peaches you add to this dish.
You can use canned or frozen peaches for this recipe, but I recommend using fresh when you can. If using frozen, thaw them before use so extra moisture is not added to the dish. Canned peaches may become very mushy in the dish, so be aware of that.
Rosemary Summer Peach Cobbler
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350 and prepare a casserole dish with cooking spray. Set to the side.
- Make the peach filling. Combine the peaches with the cornstarch, lemon juice and zest, cinnamon, and salt in a saucepan. Cook the peach mixture on medium-low heat for 5 minutes, until the peaches are just soft.
- Make the biscuit topping. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, rosemary, and salt in a large bowl. Add in the cold cubbed butter. Mix the butter with the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers. You want the butter to mix into the flour mixture to make pea-sized crumbs. Pour the buttermilk overtop the mixture. Mix to combine gently.
- Pour the peach mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Then, using a spoon, add dollops of the biscuit mixture on top of the peaches. Continue adding the biscuit mixture until the peaches are fully covered. Brush with the egg wash and place the cobbler in the oven.
- Bake the peach cobbler in the oven for 40-50 minutes, until golden brown. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
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